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Canvas Print : Death of Wat Tyler during the Peasants Revolt
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Death of Wat Tyler during the Peasants Revolt
Death of Wat Tyler in Smithfield, London, during the Peasants Revolt.
1381
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Media ID 14395570
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1380s 1381 Conflict Rebel Rebellion Rebels Revolt Smithfield Tyler Uprising
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with the Media Storehouse range of Canvas Prints featuring the evocative image of 'The Death of Wat Tyler' by Mary Evans Picture Library. This powerful depiction of the pivotal moment during the Peasants Revolt in 1381 captures the intensity and drama of this significant historical event. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and vibrant colors to ensure a stunning, museum-quality finish. Relive the past in your home or office with this captivating piece of historical art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative image captures the moment of the tragic demise of Wat Tyler, the charismatic leader of the Peasants' Revolt in England during the tumultuous year of 1381. The Peasants' Revolt, also known as the Peasants' War or the Great Rising, was a widespread uprising against the oppressive feudal system and the high taxes imposed by the English Crown. Tyler, a humble tenant farmer, had emerged as the figurehead of the rebellion, leading a vast army of peasants, artisans, and laborers towards London with the intention of presenting their grievances directly to King Richard II. However, upon reaching the city, the rebels were met with a well-prepared royal army, and a violent confrontation ensued. In this poignant scene, Tyler is shown being struck down by Sir William Walworth, the Mayor of London, as he stands atop his horse in the chaotic aftermath of the Battle of Smithfield. The image is a testament to the brutal reality of the conflict, with the destruction of buildings and houses in the background, and the fear and desperation etched on the faces of the rebels. The death of Wat Tyler marked the end of the Peasants' Revolt, but it also served as a turning point in English history. The uprising brought the plight of the common people to the attention of the ruling classes, leading to some reforms and the eventual abolition of serfdom. Nevertheless, the image of Tyler's death remains a powerful reminder of the human cost of social and political unrest.
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