Fine Art Print : Gunpowder / Escape Attempt
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Gunpowder / Escape Attempt
The conspirators attempt to escape from Holbeach. Percy and Catesby are slain
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Media ID 573566
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1605 Attempt Catesby Conspirators Escape Fawkes Gun Powder Percy Plot Slain
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Breathtakingly capturing the intensity and drama of a pivotal moment in history, our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse feature this evocative image of 'Gunpowder / Escape Attempt' by Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the desperate attempt of the Gunpowder Plot conspirators, led by Robert Catesby and Robert Percy, to break free from their pursuers at Holbeach. This exquisite print, drawn from the extensive Mary Evans Prints Online archive, is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning and authentic representation of this iconic moment in time.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.6cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the chaotic aftermath of the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605, an attempt to assassinate King James I of England by explosives placed in the House of Lords. The conspirators, led by Robert Catesby and including Guy Fawkes and Thomas Percy, had hoped to ignite the explosives during the State Opening of Parliament on November 5, 1605. However, their plans were foiled when an anonymous tip-off led to the discovery of the plot. In this print, the conspirators are shown attempting to escape from Holbeach, a town in Norfolk, England, where they had fled after the failure of the plot. The scene is filled with turmoil and confusion, as soldiers close in on the fugitives. In the foreground, Catesby and Percy are shown lying slain, their bodies riddled with bullets. Fawkes, who had been captured earlier, is depicted in the background, being led away by soldiers. The Gunpowder Plot was a pivotal moment in English history, and this print offers a vivid representation of the events that unfolded during the escape attempt. The conspirators' plan to assassinate the king was a response to religious and political tensions in England at the time, particularly the persecution of Catholics. The discovery of the plot led to increased scrutiny of the Catholic community and the passing of the Gunpowder Treason Act, which made it treasonous to plot against the monarch. This historic print provides a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in English history and serves as a reminder of the complex political and religious tensions that shaped the country during this period.
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