Burgesses Collection

Woodcut depicting the Municipal court of Paris (woodcut)
1578311 Woodcut depicting the Municipal court of Paris (woodcut); (add.info.: Woodcut depicting the Municipal court of Paris)

Queen Philippa pleads for the burghers of Calais
Queen Philippa pleading for the lives of the burghers of Calais. 1347

Louis XI and Burgesses waiting for news (engraving)
965858 Louis XI and Burgesses waiting for news (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis XI and Burgesses waiting for news)

Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghers of Calais AD 1347 (litho)
956304 Queen Philippa interceding for the Burghers of Calais AD 1347 (litho) by Gregory, Charles (1810-96); Private Collection; (add.info)

Noble Lady And Maid Of Honour And Two Burgesses With Hoods From Miniature In Merveilles Du Monde

Queen Philippa interceding for the burghers of Calais
Queen Philippa interceding with her husband, Edward III, for the lives of the burghers of Calais. 1347

Queen Philippa Interceding for the Burgesses of Calais

Source Size = 5712 x 3953
" queen Philippa. Interceding with her Husband Edward Iii. for the Burgesses of Calais, " by John Gilbert

A Yorkshireman at the Folies Bergere Show, Paris, France
A Yorkshireman in Paris Mr Watson (thro Leeds) - " Whats this ere Polly Burgesses like?" Date: 1894

Patrick Henry speaking against the Stamp Act
Patrick Henry, in the Virginia House of Burgesses, introduces radical resolutions opposing the Stamp Act, warning King George III that he could go the way of Caesar and Charles I

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In the tumultuous times of King Edward III, the fate of the burgesses hung in a delicate balance. The engraving vividly portrays the chilling moment when their lives were at stake as they faced execution by royal order. Their faces etched with fear and despair, these brave souls stood united against an uncertain future. Amidst this grim scene, Queen Philippa emerges as a beacon of hope. With unwavering determination, she pleads for mercy on behalf of the burghers of Calais. Her litho portrait captures her grace and compassion as she intercedes for their lives, defying convention and standing up to power. The engravings also depict Louis XI anxiously awaiting news alongside his trusted burgesses. In this moment frozen in time, we witness the tension that permeates the air as their collective destiny hangs in limbo. One cannot help but be moved by Queen Philippa's unwavering dedication to justice. She tirelessly advocates for these courageous individuals who dared to challenge authority and fight for what they believed was right. Through her intercession, she offers them a glimmer of hope amidst darkness. Even beyond political turmoil, everyday life is captured through a miniature from Merveilles Du Monde - noble ladies accompanied by maids of honor and two hooded burgesses symbolize social dynamics within society itself. As we delve into history's tapestry through these captivating images, it becomes evident that even amidst chaos and oppression, there are those who rise above adversity to champion righteousness. The courage displayed by both monarchs and common folk alike reminds us that humanity's strength lies not only in power but also in empathy and compassion. These glimpses into moments long past serve as reminders that our actions today can shape tomorrow's narrative – whether we choose to oppress or uplift one another defines our legacy just like King Edward III ordering executions or Queen Philippa pleading for mercy did centuries ago.