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Charles I leaving Westminster Hall after Sentence, 1649 (litho)
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Charles I leaving Westminster Hall after Sentence, 1649 (litho)
8661385 Charles I leaving Westminster Hall after Sentence, 1649 (litho) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles I leaving Westminster Hall after Sentence, 1649. Charles was brought into court for the last time on 27 January. His attempts to answer the charges of the President having been silenced, sentence of death was then passed. As he was removed he uttered a last protest: "I am not suffered to speak. Expect what justice other people will have." Illustration for Hutchinson's History of the Nations (Hutchinson, c.1920). Note: Image has been digitally enhanced to facilitate repro.); © Look and Learn
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This powerful lithograph captures the momentous occasion of Charles I leaving Westminster Hall after being sentenced to death in 1649. The image depicts the somber atmosphere as the condemned king is escorted out of court, his final protest echoing through the halls: "I am not suffered to speak. Expect what justice other people will have." His fate sealed, Charles I's departure symbolizes the ultimate consequence of his actions and decisions.
The artist, John Gilbert, skillfully conveys the gravity of the situation with intricate details and emotive expressions on the faces of those present. The historical significance of this event is palpable in every brushstroke, as it marks a turning point in English history.
As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to witness a pivotal moment that shaped the course of a nation. The black-and-white contrast adds to the dramatic effect, emphasizing both the darkness of death and the light of justice.
This artwork serves as a poignant reminder of how power can be fleeting and how even kings are subject to judgment. It invites us to reflect on themes of justice, authority, and mortality that resonate throughout history.
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