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Monument to John Stowe, Historian and Antiquarian, 1525-1605
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Monument to John Stowe, Historian and Antiquarian, 1525-1605
John Stowe, Historian and Antiquarian, 1525-1605, from his monument in the Church of St. Andrew Undershaft. Depicted in an Elizabethan ruff holding a quill pen. Copperplate engraving by John Thomas Smith after original drawings by members of the Society of Antiquaries from his J.T. Smiths Antiquities of London and its Environs, J. Sewell, R. Folder, J. Simco, London, 1792
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1525 1605 1631 Antiquarian Antiquaries Antiquities Danish Died Effigy Environs Folder Grave Historian Inventor Lambeth Member Scott Sewell Simco Stowe Swedish Smith
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This image showcases the monument of John Stowe, a prominent historian and antiquarian of the late Tudor and early Stuart eras. The monument, located in the Church of St. Andrew Undershaft in London, dates back to the late 17th century and features an elaborate effigy of Stowe. He is depicted in an Elizabethan ruff, a high, frilled collar typical of the era, and holds a quill pen in his right hand, symbolizing his dedication to the written word. John Stowe was born in 1525 and lived during a time of great historical significance for England. He was an army officer, serving under Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, in the Swedish and Danish wars. However, Stowe is best known for his contributions to history and antiquarian studies. His most notable works include "The Annales of England," a comprehensive history of England from the Roman invasion to the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, and "Survey of London," an extensive description of the city's architecture and history. Stowe died in 1605, and his monument was erected several decades later, around 1631, in the Church of St. Mary Lambeth. The intricate design of the monument was captured through original drawings by members of the Society of Antiquaries, which were then used to create this stunning copperplate engraving by John Thomas Smith. The engraving is taken from Smith's "Antiquities of London and its Environs," published in 1792 by J. Sewell, R. Folder, and J. Simco. This image is a testament to the enduring legacy of John Stowe and his significant impact on the study of history and antiquarianism in England.
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