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Fine Art Print : Sawtre, Lollard, Burns
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Sawtre, Lollard, Burns
William Sawtre, priest of St Osyths church, London, is burnt for following the heretical views of Wyclif : he is considered to be the first Lollard martyr
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1401 Burns Burnt Considered Heretical Martyr Persecuted Persecution Priest Protestants Wyclif Lollard Will I Am
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the haunting image of William Sawtre, the first Lollard martyr. This powerful print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the moment of Sawtre's fiery demise as he was burnt at the stake for his heretical views against the Catholic Church, following the teachings of John Wyclif. This evocative piece is not only a testament to the tumultuous history of religious dissent, but also a stunning addition to any home or office space. Order your Fine Art Print today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.9cm x 50.8cm (14.5" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the annals of English religious history, the charred remains of Reverend William Sawtre, the first known Lollard martyr, lie before an onlooker. Sawtre, a priest at St Osyth's church in London, was a follower of the heretical views of the reformist theologian John Wyclif. The year was 1401, and the religious climate in England was growing increasingly intolerant towards dissenting voices. The Lollards, named after their leader, were a group of laypeople and clergy who rejected many aspects of the Catholic Church's doctrine and practice. They advocated for the translation of the Bible into the vernacular language, the abolition of the sale of indulgences, and the rejection of the veneration of saints and relics. These views were seen as heretical by the Church authorities, and those who held them were subjected to persecution and even death. Sawtre's fate was sealed when he was denounced to the authorities for his Lollard sympathies. Despite repeated warnings to recant, he remained steadfast in his beliefs. On this fateful day, Sawtre was brought before a large crowd in Smithfield, London, and was tied to a stake. Fuel was piled around him, and he was set alight. The flames consumed him, reducing his body to ashes. The image of Sawtre's burnt remains serves as a stark reminder of the religious intolerance and persecution that marked this period in English history. It also highlights the courage and conviction of those who dared to challenge the established religious order, paving the way for the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century. The legacy of Sawtre and the Lollards continues to resonate in the annals of religious history, inspiring generations to question and challenge the status quo.
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