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Royalists seeking refuge in the house of a Puritan, engraved by J. D
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Royalists seeking refuge in the house of a Puritan, engraved by J. D
STC418712 Royalists seeking refuge in the house of a Puritan, engraved by J.D. Cooper (coloured engraving) by Stone, Marcus (1840-1921) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23490982
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Colour Litho Colour Lithograph Domestic Interior English Civil War Peasants Protestant Protestants Puritans Royalist
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Royalists Seeking Refuge - A Glimpse into the Turmoil of the English Civil War
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. This photo print, titled "Royalists seeking refuge in the house of a Puritan" takes us back to one of the most tumultuous periods in British history. Engraved by J. D. Cooper and colored by Marcus Stone, this image offers a poignant portrayal of the stark contrast between two opposing factions during the English Civil War. In this scene, we witness a group of Royalists - loyal supporters of King Charles I - desperately seeking shelter within the home of a Puritan. The intricate details captured by Cooper's skilled hand reveal both fear and hope etched upon their faces as they find temporary sanctuary amidst their enemies. The composition beautifully juxtaposes elements that define these conflicting sides. On one hand, we see an austere domestic interior typical of Puritan households; its simplicity reflecting their strict religious beliefs. On the other hand, we observe peasants dressed in royalist attire, symbolizing loyalty to monarchy and aristocracy. Through this powerful visual narrative, we are transported back to an era marked by deep divisions among Protestants themselves – with Puritans advocating for religious reform while Royalists fought for traditional values embodied by King Charles I. As viewers contemplate this remarkable lithograph from Bridgeman Images' private collection, it serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and conflict, humanity can sometimes find solace within unexpected alliances – blurring lines drawn by ideology or social status.
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