Thos Cranmer / Holbein
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Thos Cranmer / Holbein
THOMAS CRANMER Archbishop of Canterbury Date: 1489 - 1556
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1489 1556 Archbishop Bishop Canterbury Cranmer Crest Holbein Mitre Oval Thos Trimming
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This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Thomas Cranmer (1489-1556), Archbishop of Canterbury, as painted by the renowned artist Hans Holbein the Younger. The image, dated around 1539, showcases Cranmer in an oval format, a popular choice during the Tudor period for depicting important figures. Cranmer's regal attire, including his ornate mitre adorned with a striking crest, signifies his high ecclesiastical rank. The fur trimming on the edges of his robe and the intricate details of the embroidery add to the opulence of the portrait. Thomas Cranmer, a key player in the English Reformation, was a man of great intellect and ambition. He rose to prominence under King Henry VIII, who appointed him Archbishop of Canterbury in 1533. Cranmer's most significant contribution to English history came with the introduction of the Book of Common Prayer in 1549, which standardized worship practices and brought about the Anglican Church. However, Cranmer's religious reforms did not sit well with all factions, and he faced opposition from both the Catholic Church and conservative elements within England. He was eventually tried for heresy and executed in 1556. This portrait, with its intricate details and captivating subject, serves as a poignant reminder of the complex religious and political landscape of Tudor England and the enduring legacy of Thomas Cranmer.
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