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Letter from William Cecil to Sir Christopher Hatton, 12th September 1586. Artist: Sir William Cecil, 1st Baron Burghley
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Letter from William Cecil to Sir Christopher Hatton, 12th September 1586. Artist: Sir William Cecil, 1st Baron Burghley
Letter from William Cecil to Sir Christopher Hatton, Vice Chamberlain, 12th September 1586. Letter from Sir William Cecil, 1st Baron Burghley, as one of the Commissioners appointed for the trial of Anthony Babington and his fellow conspiritors (13 and 14th September), conveying Queen Elizabeth Is commands that no violent language be used against Mary Queen of Scots at the trial and that a special clause be added to the judgement. From the second series of Facsimiles of royal, historical, literary and other autographs in the Department of Manuscripts, British Museum: Series I-V. (London, 1899)
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1st Baron 1st Baron Burghley Anthony Babington Burghley Cecil Christopher Commissioner Conspiracy Correspondence Elizabethan Facsimile Letter Lord Burghley Plot Signature Sir Christopher Sir William Sir William Cecil William Cecil William Cecil Burghley Christopher Hatton Hatton Print Collector3 Sir Christopher Hatton
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This print captures a significant historical artifact, the "Letter from William Cecil to Sir Christopher Hatton, 12th September 1586". Created by Sir William Cecil, 1st Baron Burghley, this letter holds immense importance as it conveys Queen Elizabeth I's commands regarding the trial of Anthony Babington and his fellow conspirators. The letter emphasizes that no violent language should be used against Mary Queen of Scots during the trial and suggests adding a special clause to the judgment. The image showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of this handwritten manuscript in vibrant colors. Its intricate details highlight both its historical significance and artistic beauty. This piece serves as a testament to the elaborate correspondence prevalent during the Elizabethan era. Within this context, we witness an intriguing plot unfolding – known as the Babington Plot – with various key figures involved. The print sheds light on their roles and occupations: Sir Christopher Hatton serving as Vice Chamberlain, Sir William Cecil fulfilling his duties as one of the Commissioners appointed for the trial, and Anthony Babington himself at center stage. As we delve into this sixteenth-century masterpiece curated by The Print Collector3 in collaboration with Heritage Images, we are transported back in time to witness an important chapter in history through colorfully preserved handwriting. It is truly a remarkable visual representation that encapsulates both political intrigue and artistic brilliance within its frame.
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