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Condemnation of Anne Boleyn, (mid 19th century). Creator: George C Finden
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Condemnation of Anne Boleyn, (mid 19th century). Creator: George C Finden
Condemnation of Anne Boleyn, (mid 19th century). Anne Boleyn, her arms raised in supplication, stands before King Henry VIII, facing the court. On 15 May 1536, Queen Anne Boleyn (1507-1536), consort of Henry, was tried in the Kings Hall in the Tower of London on charges of adultery with her brother and four other men, and of conspiring with them against the kings life. She was found guilty and beheaded. Engraving after a painting made c1804. [The London Printing and Publishing Company, London]
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Condemnation of Anne Boleyn: A Tragic Tale of Power and Betrayal". This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the condemnation of Anne Boleyn, Queen consort to King Henry VIII. In this mid-19th century engraving by George C Finden, we witness the desperate plea for mercy from a woman whose fate has already been sealed. Anne Boleyn stands before her husband, King Henry VIII, with arms raised in supplication. Her full-length figure exudes both vulnerability and strength as she faces the court that will determine her destiny. Charged with adultery and conspiring against the king's life, Queen Anne was found guilty on 15 May 1536 in London's Tower Hall. The artist skillfully depicts the anguish on Anne's face as she pleads for clemency. The monochrome tones add depth to this historical scene, emphasizing its gravity and solemnity. This powerful image transports us back to a time when royal power could be wielded ruthlessly against even those closest to it. Through this artwork, we are reminded of the complex dynamics at play within courts of law during turbulent times in British history. It serves as a poignant reminder of how personal ambition and political intrigue can intertwine tragically. George C Finden's engraving after Robert Smirke's painting made around 1804 preserves an important moment forever etched into our collective memory. As we gaze upon this haunting image, let us reflect on the enduring legacy left behind by Queen Anne Boleyn - a woman condemned but never forgotten.
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