Canvas Print : High Street and Memorial to William Hunter, Brentwood, Essex
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High Street and Memorial to William Hunter, Brentwood, Essex
The Martyrs Elm - planted on the spot where Protestant (Marian) Martyr William Hunter was incinerated in 1555 in Brentwood, Essex. Date: circa 1906
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Media ID 11589153
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1555 Brentwood Burned Burnt Essex Exact Hunter Marian Marking Martyr Protestant Railings Spot Stump
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Discover the historic charm of Brentwood, Essex, with our stunning Canvas Print of "High Street and Memorial to William Hunter" from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the early 1900s, showcasing the iconic High Street and the poignant Memorial to William Hunter. A reminder of the rich history of this English town, this print features the famous Martyrs Elm, planted on the spot where Protestant martyr William Hunter was incinerated in 1555. Add a touch of history and character to your home or office with this beautiful and intriguing canvas print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.2cm x 47.7cm (30" x 18.8")
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 photograph captures the historical significance of High Street in Brentwood, Essex, as it passes by the Memorial to William Hunter, a Protestant martyr who met his tragic end on this very spot in 1555. The image, taken circa 1906, showcases the stump of the Martyrs Elm, a tree believed to have been planted on the exact site where Hunter was burned at the stake during the Marian Persecutions of the 16th century. William Hunter, a local blacksmith, was a devoted Protestant who refused to renounce his faith during the Catholic reign of Queen Mary I. Consequently, he was brought before the local authorities and condemned to death for heresy. The tree, which once stood tall and proud, serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and conviction of Hunter and other Protestant martyrs who lost their lives during this tumultuous period in English history. The railings surrounding the tree mark the hallowed ground where Hunter met his demise, and the remains of the elm, though stunted and scarred, continue to stand as a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit. The tree, which has been a source of inspiration and reflection for generations, has become an integral part of Brentwood's rich and complex history. The photograph, with its intriguing blend of history and natural beauty, invites us to pause and reflect on the events of the past and the enduring legacy of those who dared to challenge the status quo. The image is a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving historical sites and the stories they hold, as we continue to learn from the past and shape the future.
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