Poster Print : PROTESTANT MARTYRS, 1563. Persecution of Protestants in Scotland. Line engraving from a late 18th century English edition of John Foxes The Book of Martyrs, first published in 1563
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PROTESTANT MARTYRS, 1563. Persecution of Protestants in Scotland. Line engraving from a late 18th century English edition of John Foxes The Book of Martyrs, first published in 1563
PROTESTANT MARTYRS, 1563.
Persecution of Protestants in Scotland. Line engraving from a late 18th century English edition of John Foxes The Book of Martyrs, first published in 1563
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Media ID 7524260
1563 Book Of Martyrs Catholic Cruelty Foxe Gibbet Heretic Martyr Protestant Rope Scot Land Violence
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Protestant Martyrs, 1563 poster print. This captivating line engraving, taken from a late 18th century English edition of John Foxe's The Book of Martyrs, first published in 1563, portrays a poignant moment in history as it depicts the persecution of Protestants in Scotland. The intricate details and historical significance of this powerful image are brought to life in our high-quality poster print, making it a must-have for history enthusiasts, educators, or anyone seeking to add a touch of the past to their space. The Granger Collection, New York's exceptional art brings this piece directly to your home or office through our Media Storehouse print on demand service.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 34.1cm x 59.4cm (13.4" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a haunting scene from history, depicting the persecution of Protestants in Scotland during the year 1563. The image is a line engraving taken from a late 18th century English edition of John Foxe's renowned work, "The Book of Martyrs" which was first published in 1563. In this chilling portrayal, we witness the unimaginable cruelty and violence inflicted upon those who dared to defy Catholicism. A group of Protestant martyrs are depicted hanging lifelessly from ropes on gibbets, their bodies serving as stark reminders of their unwavering faith and ultimate sacrifice. The engraving evokes a sense of solemnity and reverence for these brave individuals who stood firm in their beliefs despite facing severe consequences. Their status as heretics marked them for persecution by the Catholic Church, yet they remained steadfast until the end. This historical artifact serves as an important reminder of the struggles endured by religious minorities throughout history. It symbolizes not only the strength and resilience displayed by these Protestant martyrs but also highlights the dark side of religious intolerance that plagued societies at that time. As we reflect upon this image, let us remember those who have suffered for their beliefs and strive to create a world where freedom of religion is respected and protected.
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