St Thomas Becket Collection

Meppershall Chapel, 1915. Creator: Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs
Meppershall Chapel, 1915.

Plate 11 for History of the Middle Ages, 1793. Creators: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, Eberhard Siegfried Henne
Plate 11 for History of the Middle Ages, 1793

Group of Silver and Porcelain Rarities from the Sibthorp Collection, 1856. Creator: J. & A.W
Group of Silver and Porcelain Rarities from the Sibthorp Collection, 1856. In the centre is a crystal cup, fitted into a silver frame and stand...On the left of this is a very handsome vase

St Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury and English Christian martyr (engraving)
7185405 St Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury and English Christian martyr (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Thomas Becket)

St Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury and English Christian martyr (engraving)
7185402 St Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury and English Christian martyr (engraving) by Vorsterman, Lucas Emil (1595-1675); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Thomas Becket (c1119-1170)

Henry Irving as "Becket", c. 1893. Creator: Henry Herschel Hay Cameron
Henry Irving as " Becket", c. 1893. British actor Henry Irving as archbishop and saint Thomas a Becket]. Photogravure

The Cathedral from the South-West, 1898. Creator: Unknown
The Cathedral from the South-West, 1898. Canterbury Cathedral was and largely rebuilt in Gothic style following a fire in 1174 with extensions to accommodate the flow of pilgrims visiting the shrine

Henry Irving and Ellen Terry in Tennysons Becket at Windsor Castle, 1893, (1901)
Henry Irving and Ellen Terry in Tennysons " Becket" at Windsor Castle, 1893, (1901). Actors Henry Irving (as Thomas Becket) and Ellen Terry (as Rosamund)

Transept of the Martyrdom, Canterbury Cathedral, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Transept of the Martyrdom, Canterbury Cathedral, 1890. In the north west transept of Canterbury Cathedral and area known as the Martyrdom

Canterbury Cathedral, from the North-East, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Canterbury Cathedral, from the North-East, 1890. Founded in 597 and largely rebuilt in Gothic style following a fire in 1174 with extensions to accommodate the flow of pilgrims visiting the shrine of

Henry II serving the first dish to his son Henrys table, 1773. Creator: Unknown
Henry II serving the first dish to his son Henrys table, 1773. Henry II serves at the table of his son Young Henry after his Coronation by the Archbishop of York in 1169

Thomas a Becket forbids the Earl of Leicester to pass sentence on him, 1162 (1864). Becket (1118-1170) became Archbishop of Canterbury in 1162

King Henry II doing penance at the tomb of Thomas a Becket, Canterbury Cathedral
King Henry II (1133-1189) doing penance at the tomb of Thomas a Becket. Henry ruled as King of England from 1154 to 1189. He was the first Plantagenet (or Angevin) King

Umbria Perugia Spoleto SS Giovanni e Paolo Italy
Umbria Perugia Spoleto SS. Giovanni e Paolo, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Interior views of 12th century church all focus on frescoes late 12th-14th centuries

The Scene of Saint Thomas, 1912. From The Mighty Army, by W. M. Letts, illustrated by Stephen Reid. [Wells Gardner, Darton & Co. Ltd, London, 1912]

Thomas a Becket, taken from a series of cigarette cards, 1935
Thomas a Becket. Based on an ancient painting in Canterbury Cathedral. Taken from a series of cigarette cards entitled Celebrities of British History produced by Carreas Ltd, 1935

Penance of Henry before the shrine of Thomas a Becket
King Henry II (1133-1189) doing penance before the shrine of Thomas a Becket. Henry ruled as King of England from 1154 to 1189. He was the first Plantagenet (or Angevin) King

Thomas a Beckets grand Entry into London... 12th century, (19th century)
Thomas a Beckets grand Entry into London, attended by the Knights, Templars, Bishops etc 12th century, (19th century)

The Life of Thomas Becket, (1801). Artist: Joseph Strutt
The Life of Thomas Becket, (1801). Scenes from the life of St Thomas a Becket (1120-1170). Reconciliation with Henry II; Thomas returns to England; News of Knights

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"St. Thomas Becket: A Martyr and Symbol of Power Struggles" In the hallowed halls of Canterbury Cathedral, a powerful scene unfolds as King Henry II kneels in penance at the tomb of Thomas a Becket. This iconic moment captures the complex relationship between these two historical figures - one, a king seeking forgiveness for his role in the martyrdom of an Archbishop; the other, St. Thomas Becket himself, an English Christian martyr. Engravings depicting St. Thomas Becket showcase his significance as both an Archbishop and a symbol of religious devotion. His unwavering faith led to his tragic demise, making him a revered figure among Christians worldwide. The theatrical world also embraced this captivating tale, with actor Henry Irving portraying "Becket" on stage in 1893. The intensity and drama surrounding this character were brought to life by Irving's exceptional performance. A plaque from a Chasse for Relics further emphasizes St. Thomas Becket's importance during medieval times when relics held immense religious significance. Visiting Canterbury Cathedral today allows us to step into history and witness where this martyrdom took place. The Transept of the Martyrdom stands as a solemn reminder of the events that unfolded within its walls. Capturing its grandeur from different angles, photographs reveal Canterbury Cathedral's architectural beauty - whether viewed from the South-West or North-East. Looking back even further in time, we encounter King Henry II himself through an intriguing portrait dating back to 1830. This enigmatic monarch played a pivotal role in shaping England's history and was forever entwined with St. Thomas Becket due to their tumultuous relationship. Henry Irving once again brings "Becket" to life alongside Ellen Terry in Tennyson's play performed at Windsor Castle in 1893-1901 – showcasing how this story continued to captivate audiences well into modern times.