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Laud imprisoned in the tower of London
Archbishop William Laud (1573-1645) imprisoned in the Tower of London, having been found guilty of treason.
1641
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Media ID 23035218
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Tom Gillmor
1640 1641 Archbishop Condemned Found Guard Guilty Imprisoned Laud Parliament Prison Prisoner Treason
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of England's past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Archbishop William Laud, imprisoned in the Tower of London by the merciless hand of fate. Captured by renowned photographer Tom Gillmor for Mary Evans Picture Library, this print offers a hauntingly beautiful portrayal of a pivotal moment in English history. Laud, a prominent figure during the reign of King Charles I, was falsely accused of treason and imprisoned in the Tower in 1641. This evocative image invites you to delve deeper into the complexities of the past, making it a stunning addition to any home or office. Order now and bring a piece of history into your space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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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In this striking image, Archbishop William Laud (1573-1645) is depicted as a prisoner in the Tower of London, following his arrest and subsequent conviction for treason in 1641. Laud, an influential figure in the English Church during the reign of King Charles I, was a staunch supporter of the monarchy and the liturgical reforms of the Anglican Church. The events leading to Laud's imprisonment began in 1640 with the publication of the Grand Remonstrance, a document presented to Parliament that outlined grievances against the king and his government. Laud, as the Archbishop of Canterbury, was accused of interfering in political affairs and was seen as a threat to the growing political power of Parliament. In response, Parliament issued a warrant for Laud's arrest on charges of high treason. He was taken into custody on January 10, 1641, and brought to the Tower of London, where he would remain for over a year. The image shows Laud in the Tower's White Tower, surrounded by guards, with a long, somber expression on his face. Despite the grim circumstances, Laud remained defiant, refusing to acknowledge the legitimacy of his trial and maintaining his loyalty to the king. He was eventually put on trial in 1644, found guilty of treason, and sentenced to death. Laud was beheaded on January 10, 1645, marking the end of an era in English history and the rise of the Commonwealth under the rule of Oliver Cromwell. This photograph, taken by Tom Gillmor for Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a haunting glimpse into the final days of Archbishop William Laud, a man who would be remembered as a controversial figure in English history, both for his religious reforms and his role in the political turmoil that led to the English Civil War.
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