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Wolsey receiving his cardinal's hat at the hands of the Archbishop of Canterbury, in Westminster Abbey, November 1515, from Cassells History of the British People published by the Waverley Book Company, c. 1950's (litho)
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Wolsey receiving his cardinal's hat at the hands of the Archbishop of Canterbury, in Westminster Abbey, November 1515, from Cassells History of the British People published by the Waverley Book Company, c. 1950's (litho)
3667116 Wolsey receiving his cardinal's hat at the hands of the Archbishop of Canterbury, in Westminster Abbey, November 1515, from Cassells History of the British People published by the Waverley Book Company, c.1950's (litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928); Private Collection
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This black and white lithograph, titled "Wolsey receiving his cardinal's hat at the hands of the Archbishop of Canterbury, in Westminster Abbey, November 1515" transports us back to a significant moment in British history. The image showcases an elaborate ceremony taking place within the grandeur of Westminster Abbey during the Tudor era. In this scene, Cardinal Thomas Wolsey stands tall and dignified as he receives his coveted red cardinal's hat from the Archbishop of Canterbury. Surrounded by clergymen adorned in their intricate costumes, this event symbolizes Wolsey's ascent to one of the highest positions within the Catholic Church hierarchy. The artist William Hatherell masterfully captures every detail with precision and skill. From the expressions on each figure's face to their meticulously crafted attire, we are transported into a world long gone but forever immortalized through art. Published by Waverley Book Company in the 1950s as part of Cassells History of British People series, this lithograph serves as a visual window into England's rich past. It allows us to witness firsthand not only historical events but also explore themes such as power dynamics and religious influence during Henry VIII's reign. Whether you are an enthusiast for British history or simply appreciate fine art that tells a story, this print is sure to captivate your imagination and transport you back to a time when cardinals held immense sway over society.
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