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'Cardinal Wolsey Surrendering Hampton Court Palace to King Henry VIII. 1528, 1890. Creator: Unknown
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'Cardinal Wolsey Surrendering Hampton Court Palace to King Henry VIII. 1528, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Cardinal Wolsey Surrendering Hampton Court Palace to King Henry VIII. 1528, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890
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This striking photograph, titled 'Cardinal Wolsey Surrendering Hampton Court Palace to King Henry VIII. 1528', dates back to 1890 and was published in 'The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper'. The image captures a pivotal moment in English history, as Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, a prominent figure in the Roman Catholic Church and the court of King Henry VIII, surrenders Hampton Court Palace to the monarch. Wolsey, dressed in his cardinal robes and hat, stands before King Henry VIII and a crowd of onlookers, including other high-ranking officials and commoners. Henry VIII, wearing a richly decorated robe and holding a scepter, accepts the keys to the palace from Wolsey with a stern expression. The background is filled with a sea of people, all eager to witness this significant event. The photograph offers a glimpse into the grandeur and pageantry of the Tudor era, as well as the political power struggles that defined the period. Cardinal Wolsey, a favorite of Henry VIII, had been the king's chief advisor and Lord Chancellor, but fell out of favor and was eventually banished from court. Hampton Court Palace, which had once been Wolsey's favored residence, was taken over by the monarch. This photograph, from the Victorian era, is a testament to the power of the press in documenting history and making it accessible to the public. It is a valuable addition to any collection focused on British history, religious studies, or the history of the monarchy.
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