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Fine Art Print : The Martyrdom of Archbishop Cranmer, 1556, (1877). Artist: J Rogers
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The Martyrdom of Archbishop Cranmer, 1556, (1877). Artist: J Rogers
The Martyrdom of Archbishop Cranmer, 1556, (1877). Thomas Cranmer (1489-1556) was Archbishop of Canterbury during the reigns of the English kings Henry VIII and Edward VI. Cranmer was one of the first Anglican martyrs burned for heresy in 1556
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of the English Reformation with our stunning fine art print of "The Martyrdom of Archbishop Cranmer, 1556" by J. Rogers. Witness the dramatic moment as Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury during the reigns of Henry VIII and Edward VI, is brought to his fate. This captivating 19th-century artwork, originally from Heritage Images, brings history to life with its intricate details and vivid colors. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office to inspire and intrigue, and relive the stories of the past that continue to shape our world today.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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is a powerful and haunting depiction of the tragic fate that befell Thomas Cranmer, the Archbishop of Canterbury during the tumultuous reigns of Henry VIII and Edward VI. Created by J Rogers in 1877, this print captures the intense moment when Cranmer was burned at the stake for his alleged heresy. The image portrays a scene filled with cruelty and religious fervor. Flames engulf Cranmer as he stands tied to a stake, his face etched with both pain and determination. The firewood crackles fiercely beneath him, sending billows of smoke into the air. In this somber setting, we witness an act of martyrdom that would forever shape England's religious landscape. Cranmer's sacrifice symbolizes not only his personal conviction but also represents a larger struggle within Christianity during the 16th century. As one of the first Anglican martyrs burned for heresy, he became an emblematic figure in history – a man who stood firm in his beliefs despite facing unimaginable torment. J Rogers' engraving skillfully captures both the physicality and emotional weight of this pivotal moment. Through careful attention to detail and expert use of monochrome tones, Rogers brings forth an atmosphere that evokes empathy from viewers across time. "The Martyrdom of Archbishop Cranmer" serves as a poignant reminder of how religion can ignite passions so strong they lead to acts both noble and horrific. It stands as a
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