Pardons Collection

Death of Richard I
Richard I, dying of his wounds during a minor engagement in France, pardons Bertrand, the archer who shot him

Richard pardons the archer who shot him, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485
984747 Richard pardons the archer who shot him, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Prioress, Sumpnour, Pardoner (litho)
475418 Prioress, Sumpnour, Pardoner (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Tetzels procession for the sale of indulgences (litho)
6005039 Tetzels procession for the sale of indulgences (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tetzels procession for the sale of indulgences)

The Pardon of St Anne (litho)
2799307 The Pardon of St Anne (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pardon of St Anne)

Heckenham offering Jane a pardon (engraving)
587914 Heckenham offering Jane a pardon (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heckenham offering Jane a pardon, on her way to trial)

Richard pardons his brother John, 1194, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub
984746 Richard pardons his brother John, 1194, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

A Sale Of Indulgences During The Tudor Period In England. Indulgences Were Pardons For Sins, Sold By The Catholic Church To Raise Money. From A Contemporary Print

Celtic Festival, Brest, Brittany, France
Celtic Pardon Festival, Brest, Brittany, France - September, 1908. Stalls with various things for sale at a Breton Pardon

King Richard forgives his assassin
Mortally wounded, King Richard nevertheless pardons the crossbowman, Bertrand de Gurdon, who had shot him from the battlements of the castle of Chalus-Chabrol Date: March 1199

Richard I Pardons John
Richard I pardons his brother John

Olaf Defeats Skjalgasson
King Olaf defeats Erling Skjalgasson in sea battle. Olaf pardons him, but Aslak, one of the kings men slays him thus destroying trust in Olaf

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"Pardons: A Journey Through History and Redemption" In the annals of time, they have played a significant role in shaping the course of human history. From the death of Richard I to the Celtic Festival in Brest, Brittany, France, these acts of forgiveness have left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. One such momentous event occurred when Richard I pardoned the archer who shot him. Chronicled in "A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, " this act showcased Richard's magnanimity and his belief in second chances. The power extended beyond royalty as depicted by lithographs featuring figures like Prioress, Sumpnour, and Pardoner. These prints captured their respective stories where forgiveness triumphed over judgment. Another notable instance was Tetzels procession for the sale of indulgences. This controversial practice during Tudor Period England involved selling pardons for sins by the Catholic Church to raise funds. It sparked debates about faith and morality that reverberated throughout society. Religious themes continued with "The Pardon of St Anne" lithograph which portrayed a sacred pardon bestowed upon believers seeking solace and redemption. Pardoning also found its place within familial bonds as seen when Heckenham offered Jane a pardon engraved forever in history. This gesture exemplified compassion amidst personal struggles and highlighted how forgiveness can heal even deep wounds. Richard's benevolence extended further when he granted clemency to his brother John in 1194. The pages from "A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485" immortalized this act as a testament to sibling love prevailing over past grievances. Beyond historical events, pardons permeated cultural celebrations like the Celtic Festival in Brest, Brittany, France. Here, people gathered not only to revel but also embrace forgiveness as an integral part of their traditions. Artistic representations added depth to the concept of pardons.