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Locked in the Tower of London, he only came out to climb the scaffold
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Locked in the Tower of London, he only came out to climb the scaffold
XEE4192652 Locked in the Tower of London, he only came out to climb the scaffold: Chancellor Thomas More (1478-1535) in prison because he refused to grant the royal seal to the marriage of King Henry VIII (1491-1547) to Anne de Boleyn (Anna or Ann Bolin and Anne Bullen, 1501/1507-1536). Engraving from 1871 in " Histoire Des Cocuses Celebres" by Henry de Kock (1819-1892). by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Locked in the Tower of London, he only came out to climb the scaffold: Chancellor Thomas More (1478-1535) in prison because he refused to grant the royal seal to the marriage of King Henry VIII (1491-1547) to Anne de Boleyn (Anna or Ann Bolin and Anne Bullen, 1501/1507-1536). Engraving from 1871 in " Histoire Des Celebres" by Henry de Kock (1819-1892)); Stefano Bianchetti; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22299530
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Chatiment Condemned Person Jail More Revenge Sentenced To Death Thomas 1478 1535 Punishment
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This print captures the somber fate of Chancellor Thomas More, locked away in the infamous Tower of London. His refusal to grant the royal seal to King Henry VIII's marriage to Anne de Boleyn led him down a treacherous path that ultimately ended on the scaffold. The engraving, dating back to 1871 and featured in "Histoire Des Cocuses Celebres" by Henry de Kock, portrays More's isolation and impending doom. In this image, we witness More as a prisoner confined within stone walls, his only respite being his fateful journey towards the gallows. The intensity of his situation is palpable; he stands as a symbol of resistance against an all-powerful monarch who demanded loyalty above all else. The artist masterfully conveys the weight of More's predicament through intricate details and expert shading. Each line etched into this engraving tells a story of sacrifice and conviction. It serves as a poignant reminder that even those with great influence can find themselves at odds with authority when their principles are put to the test. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Stefano Bianchetti's private collection, we are transported back in time to witness one man's unwavering commitment to his beliefs – even if it meant paying the ultimate price for them.
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