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Death of James Sharp, Archbishop of St Andrews
Death of James Sharp, Archbishop of St Andrews, at the hands of militant Covenanters in front of his daughter on Magus Muir, outside St Andrews, on 3 May 1679.
1679
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© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
1670s 1679 Andrews Archbishop Conflict Covenanters Militant Militants Muir Scots Sharp Magus Thugs
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Experience the rich history of Scotland with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. This intricately detailed puzzle features "The Death of James Sharp, Archbishop of St Andrews," an iconic image from Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the dramatic moment as Archbishop Sharp meets his fate at the hands of the militant Covenanters in front of his daughter on Magus Muir, outside St Andrews, on 3 May 1679. Immerse yourself in this historical puzzle and piece together the story of one of Scotland's most pivotal moments. Perfect for history enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 31.5cm x 47.2cm (12.4" x 18.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This haunting image captures the moment of the brutal execution of Archbishop James Sharp of St Andrews, Scotland, on May 3, 1679. The Archbishop, dressed in his robes, is shown kneeling on Magus Muir, outside St Andrews, with his young daughter at his side. The scene is one of chaos and violence, as militant Covenanters, religious extremists, close in for the kill. Their faces are contorted with anger and determination, their weapons raised high. The 1670s in Scotland were a time of intense religious and political conflict, with the Covenanters, who believed in strict adherence to the Presbyterian faith, clashing with the supporters of the monarchy and the Episcopal Church, represented by Archbishop Sharp. The Archbishop's attempts to impose the king's religious policies on Scotland only served to fuel the flames of dissent. The execution of Archbishop Sharp was a pivotal moment in Scottish history, marking the end of the Second Scottish Civil War and the beginning of a period of relative peace. However, the image of the Archbishop's death, with his young daughter looking on in horror, serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of religious and political conflict. The photograph, taken from a print by Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library, provides a poignant and powerful visual representation of this tragic moment in history. The use of black and white enhances the sense of timelessness and solemnity, while the composition draws the viewer in to bear witness to this moment of history.
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