Framed Print : Queen of Scots Meets Ei
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Queen of Scots Meets Ei
Elizabeth meets Mary Queen of Scots in the park of Fotheringhay - a scene from Schillers Mary Stuart which never really occurred
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1586 Fainting Faints Meets Occurred Schillers Scots Elizabeth Fotheringhay Swoon
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Queen of Scots Meets Ei" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite artwork depicts an intriguing and imagined scene from Schiller's "Mary Stuart": the meeting of Queen Elizabeth I and her long-time rival, Mary Queen of Scots, in the serene park of Fotheringhay. Although this encounter never truly occurred in history, this evocative image perfectly encapsulates the tension, drama, and intrigue of the Tudor era. Each framed print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a stunning and long-lasting display of this mesmerizing artwork. Add an air of sophistication and historical charm to your home or office with the "Queen of Scots Meets Ei" framed print, a captivating addition to any decor.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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
This evocative image captures the iconic moment of the fateful encounter between two of the most powerful and enigmatic monarchs in British history: Queen Elizabeth I (r. 1558-1603) and Mary, Queen of Scots (r. 1542-1567). The scene, titled "Mary Stuart meets Elizabeth I in the Park of Fotheringhay," is an imaginative creation from the pen of the renowned German playwright Friedrich Schiller (1759-1805), in his play "Mary Stuart," which was first performed in 1800. The setting is the picturesque park of Fotheringhay in Northamptonshire, England, where Mary was imprisoned from 1569 until her execution in 1587. The year is 1586, and the two queens, long-time adversaries, have been brought together under the watchful eyes of their respective guards. Elizabeth, dressed in a sumptuous gown of deep purple and gold, extends a hand in a gesture of condescending mercy to her Scottish counterpart, who, in a moment of unexpected emotion, faints at the sight of her rival. Mary, clad in a richly embroidered robe of dark fabric, lies unconscious in the grass, her face a study in vulnerability and despair. The contrast between the two women could not be more stark: one, the strong and resilient ruler of a powerful empire, the other, the deposed queen, a prisoner in her own land. This poignant scene, though a product of Schiller's creative imagination, serves as a powerful reminder of the complex and tumultuous relationship between these two historic figures, and the political intrigue and drama that marked the late 16th century in Britain. The image invites us to ponder the human side of these powerful women, and the fates that brought them together in this tragic and unforgettable encounter.
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