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The British Valhalla -- Archbishop Thomas Becket
The British Valhalla -- Bishop of Exeter at Northampton, supplicating Archbishop Thomas Becket to submit to King Henry II, and the reconciliation at Montmirail in France, suggestions for the scheme to decorate the newly built Houses of Parliament with frescoes.
1160s
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12th Archbishop Becket Bishop Canterbury Churchman Crozier Decorate Disagreement Exeter Fresco Frescoes Friend Friends Hero Heroic Legend Martyr Medievalism Mitre Narrative Northampton Parliament Problem Reconcile Reconciliation Scheme Submit Suggestion Valhalla Westminster Montmirail Reconciled Supplicating
14"x12" Mount with 12"x10" Print
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Printed on 12"x10" paper and suitable for use in a 14"x12" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 28.3cm (10" x 11.1")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 35.6cm (12" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the tumultuous relationship between Archbishop Thomas Becket of Canterbury and King Henry II of England in the 1160s. The scene takes place at Northampton, where the Bishop of Exeter, in an attempt to reconcile the two parties, pleads with Becket to submit to the king's authority. The narrative unfolds in the lush greenery of Montmirail in France, where the reconciliation eventually took place. The British Valhalla: Bishop of Exeter at Northampton, Supplicating Archbishop Thomas Becket, is a powerful depiction of the heroic figure of Thomas Becket, who would later be canonized as a saint and martyr. The image captures the intensity of the moment, with Becket's unwavering resolve evident in his determined gaze and the Bishop of Exeter's earnest supplication. This painting offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex political and religious dynamics of medieval England. The image is steeped in symbolism, with the crozier and mitre of the bishops adding a layer of religious significance to the scene. The presence of the dogs in the image, often seen as symbols of loyalty and friendship, adds an intriguing layer to the story. As a suggestion for the decorative scheme of the newly built Houses of Parliament in London, this painting offers a rich and evocative narrative from England's medieval past. The image captures the heroic spirit of the age and the enduring power of religious and political disagreement, making it an ideal addition to the halls of power in Westminster.
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