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Fine Art Print : Catherine Douglas Barring the Door, (15th century), c1910
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Catherine Douglas Barring the Door, (15th century), c1910
Catherine Douglas, later Catherine Kate Barlass, was a historical figure who tried to prevent the assassination of King James I of Scotland (1394-1437) on February 20, 1437. Douglas was a lady-in-waiting to his queen, Joan Beaufort (c1404-1445). Legend has it that during the Kings stay at a Dominican chapterhouse in Perth, Sir Robert Graham led a group of men in a plot to kill the King. The Kings Chamberlain, Robert Stewart, Master of Atholl, aware of the plot against his life, removed the bolt from the door of the room in which the royal couple were staying. Upon the arrival of the plotters James fled into a sewer tunnel whilst the queen and her ladies quickly replaced the floorboards to hide his location. Catherine sprang to the door and placed her arm through the staples to bar the assassins entrance. All to no avail however as they forced the door open anyway breaking Catherines arm. Upon discovering the King they killed him. From a Pictorial Record of Remarkable Events in The History of the World, published by James Sangster and Co. c1910
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Assassin Beaufort Catherine Courage Courageous Criminal Dominican Door Douglas James I James Sangster And James Sangster And Co Joan King James I Of Scotland King Of Scotland Lady In Waiting Loyalty Perth Perth And Kinross Prevention Remarkable Events In History Risk Catherine Douglas
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite fine art print of Catherine Douglas, a heroic figure from Scottish history. This captivating 1910 image, sourced from Heritage Images, depicts Catherine Barring the Door, her determined expression and steadfast stance embodying courage and resilience. Bring this intriguing piece of history into your home or office and add an air of sophistication and intrigue to your space. Our high-quality fine art prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the rich details and vibrant colors of the original artwork, ensuring a stunning addition to any collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33cm x 53.3cm (13" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the heroic moment of Catherine Douglas, later known as Catherine Kate Barlass, during a significant event in Scottish history. In the 15th century, Catherine was a lady-in-waiting to Queen Joan Beaufort and found herself at the center of an assassination plot against King James I of Scotland. Legend has it that while staying at a Dominican chapterhouse in Perth, Sir Robert Graham conspired with a group of men to kill the king. Sensing danger, Robert Stewart, Master of Atholl and the King's Chamberlain, removed the bolt from the door where James and his queen were residing. When the plotters arrived, James managed to escape into a sewer tunnel while Queen Joan and her ladies swiftly concealed his location by replacing floorboards. In an act of sheer bravery and determination, Catherine rushed to bar the assassins' entrance by placing her arm through the staples on the door. Despite her valiant efforts, they forcefully broke down the door which resulted in Catherine sustaining injuries including a broken arm. Tragically, upon discovering King James I hiding nearby, they proceeded to end his life. This poignant image is part of "A Pictorial Record of Remarkable Events in The History of World" published around 1910 by James Sangster & Co. , showcasing extraordinary moments that have shaped our past. It serves as a powerful reminder not only of Catherine Douglas' unwavering loyalty but also highlights how historical figures can inspire us even centuries later.
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