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The Baptism of Ethelbert King of Kent, 597 (1878). Artist: Robert Anderson
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The Baptism of Ethelbert King of Kent, 597 (1878). Artist: Robert Anderson
The Baptism of Ethelbert King of Kent, 597 (1878). After William Dyce (1806?1864). From Pictures and Royal Portraits Illustrative of English and Scottish History, by Thomas Archer. [Blackie & Son, London, Glasgow & Edinburgh, 1878]
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This print, titled "The Baptism of Ethelbert King of Kent, 597 (1878)", takes us back to a significant moment in English history. Created by artist Robert Anderson after William Dyce's original work, this piece beautifully captures the solemnity and grandeur of the occasion. Set indoors, we witness an intimate scene where both men and women gather around as Ethelbert, the King of Kent during the 6th century, is baptized into Christianity. The composition focuses on the central figures: a regal-looking Ethelbert kneeling before a clergyman who performs the sacred ritual. A sense of reverence fills the air as everyone present witnesses this historic event. The sepia tones lend an air of nostalgia to this nineteenth-century engraving from Thomas Archer's publication "Pictures and Royal Portraits Illustrative of English and Scottish History". The attention to detail is remarkable; every fold in clothing and expression on each face tells its own story. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to witness a pivotal moment when religion played a crucial role in shaping British society. It serves as a reminder that even powerful monarchs were not exempt from seeking spiritual guidance. "The Baptism of Ethelbert King of Kent" stands as an enduring testament to our rich heritage and reminds us that history continues to shape our present-day world.
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