Fine Art Print : Cardinal Wolsey and the Kings Messenger
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Cardinal Wolsey and the Kings Messenger
Cardinal Wolsey and the Kings Messenger -- Wolsey has lost favour with Henry VIII, and his downfall begins.
circa 1529
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Media ID 14395144
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1520s 1529 Cardinal Communication Downfall Favour Kneeling Letter Lost Message Messenger Power Powerful Tudor Wolsey
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of Tudor England with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of Cardinal Wolsey and the King's Messenger by Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the pivotal moment in history as Cardinal Wolsey, once a trusted advisor to King Henry VIII, receives the fateful message signaling the beginning of his downfall in 1529. Bring the intrigue and drama of the Tudor court into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed artwork, perfect for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.6cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the 1520s, Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, a powerful and influential figure in the court of King Henry VIII, is depicted in a moment of quiet contemplation as he receives a message from a kneeling messenger. The cardinal, dressed in his rich robes and hat adorned with a tassel, sits atop a horse, his expression a mixture of concern and determination. The messenger, holding a rolled-up letter, looks up at Wolsey with a sense of urgency, his face etched with the gravity of the news he bears. The year is believed to be around 1529, a time when Wolsey's fortunes were beginning to wane. The once-favored advisor to Henry VIII had fallen out of favor with the king, and his downfall was imminent. The message he receives from the messenger may hold the key to his future, or it may be the final nail in his coffin. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and open countryside, with a few trees and a small village in the distance. The use of natural light and the careful composition of the image create a sense of stillness and introspection, as if the cardinal is weighing the implications of the message before him. This powerful and evocative image offers a glimpse into the political intrigue and drama of the Tudor court, as well as the importance of communication and the role of messengers in delivering vital information to those in power. The image is a poignant reminder of the fragility of power and the consequences of favor falling out of favor.
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