St Thomas Of Canterbury 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

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

Sens (engraving)
1589241 Sens (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sens. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 August 1874)

Martyrdom of S. Thomas of Canterbury (engraving)
662616 Martyrdom of S. Thomas of Canterbury (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martyrdom of S. Thomas of Canterbury)

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

Twin towers and rose window on west front of the church of St. Thomas of Canterbury, which became a cathedral in 1927, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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"St. Thomas of Canterbury: A Martyr's Legacy" In this captivating collection of images, we delve into the life and legacy of St. Thomas of Canterbury, a figure whose story continues to captivate hearts even centuries after his martyrdom. The first image transports us back to 1893, where Henry Irving takes on the role of "Becket, " bringing the saint's tale to life with his remarkable portrayal. The intensity in Irving's eyes hints at the passion and conviction that defined St. Thomas' character. Moving forward, an engraving titled "Sens" offers a glimpse into the historical significance surrounding our protagonist. It serves as a reminder that St. Thomas' influence extended far beyond Canterbury, leaving an indelible mark on European history. Another engraving depicts the dramatic scene of St. Thomas' martyrdom – a moment forever etched in time as he stood firm against King Henry II's authority for the sake of church independence and moral righteousness. As we explore further, an unknown artist presents us with two contrasting views: "The Transept of the Martyrdom" and "The Cathedral from the South-West. " These images allow us to appreciate both exterior grandeur and interior sanctity within Canterbury Cathedral – a place forever intertwined with St. Thomas' memory. Henry II himself makes an appearance through various artistic interpretations – be it through an 1830 portrait or Charles Grignion's depiction from 1773 – reminding us how deeply entwined his reign was with our saint's fate. Returning to theatrical renditions, we witness Henry Irving alongside Ellen Terry in Tennyson's play "Becket. " Their performance at Windsor Castle transports audiences back to pivotal moments in history when faith clashed with power. Fast-forwarding several decades brings us face-to-face with scenes captured in 1929 by unknown photographers inside Canterbury Cathedral itself - showcasing its timeless allure while serving as a testament to enduring devotion.