Thomas Becket Collection

Thomas Becket stained glass window dating from around 1320, Christ Church College Cathedral, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

King Henry II doing penance at the tomb of Thomas a Becket, Canterbury Cathedral
King Henry II (1133-1189) doing penance at the tomb of Thomas a Becket. Henry ruled as King of England from 1154 to 1189. He was the first Plantagenet (or Angevin) King

Henry II
3789730 Henry II; (add.info.: Henry II, King of England 1154-89, portrait. 5 March 1133 - 6 July 1189. History of England, Vol.1 Hume & Smollet, George Virtue: London)

Apse: St Silvester and St. Thomas of Canterbury, byzantine school mosaic with a golden background (mosaic)
6166466 Apse: St Silvester and St. Thomas of Canterbury, byzantine school mosaic with a golden background (mosaic) by Byzantine, (12th-13th century); Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova)

Henry Irving as "Becket", c. 1893. Creator: Henry Herschel Hay Cameron
Henry Irving as " Becket", c. 1893. British actor Henry Irving as archbishop and saint Thomas a Becket]. Photogravure

The legend of the Coronation Oil and the Ampulla, The Virgin appearing to Thomas A Becket (colour litho)
5236278 The legend of the Coronation Oil and the Ampulla, The Virgin appearing to Thomas A Becket (colour litho) by Cuneo

Thomas A Beckets Grace Cup (engraving)
1612160 Thomas A Beckets Grace Cup (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas A Beckets Grace Cup)

Henry II scourged at Beckets tomb (engraving)
819193 Henry II scourged at Beckets tomb (engraving) by Craig, William Marshall (fl.1788-1828) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry II scourged at Becketts tomb)

Thomas Becket (engraving)
818831 Thomas Becket (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Becket (1118-1170)

One of the Healing Miracle windows at the cathedral (stained glass)
PC11525 One of the Healing Miracle windows at the cathedral (stained glass) by English School, (13th century); Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury, Kent

The Becket difficulty still kept Henry awake at night (engraving)
1090802 The Becket difficulty still kept Henry awake at night (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Becket difficulty still kept Henry awake at night)

Thomas Becket forbids the Earl of Leicester to pass sentence on him, 1162
984741 Thomas Becket forbids the Earl of Leicester to pass sentence on him, 1162, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub

King Henry II (aquatint)
958020 King Henry II (aquatint) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Henry II. Illustration for Alfred Crowquills Comic History of the Kings and Queens of England)

The Pastoral Play "Fair Rosamund, "performed by Amateurs in Cannizaro Wood, Wimbledon (engraving)
1624576 The Pastoral Play " Fair Rosamund, " performed by Amateurs in Cannizaro Wood, Wimbledon (engraving) by English School

Thomas Beckets palace, Tarring (b / w photo)
3642750 Thomas Beckets palace, Tarring (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Beckets palace, Tarring)

Thomas A Becketts Banquetting Hall, Tarring, Sussex (colour litho)
3642715 Thomas A Becketts Banquetting Hall, Tarring, Sussex (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas A Becketts Banquetting Hall, Tarring, Sussex)

Thomas Becket (engraving)
663494 Thomas Becket (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Becket. Illustration from unidentified late 19th century history of England)

The Legend of the Coronation Oil (litho)
1629402 The Legend of the Coronation Oil (litho) by Amato, G.S. (fl.1897-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Legend of the Coronation Oil)

Detail from the Miracle Window depicting pilgrims being healed at St
PC344986 Detail from the Miracle Window depicting pilgrims being healed at St. Thomass shrine (stained glass) by English School, (13th century); Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury, Kent, UK; English

Exhibition of the Royal Academy (engraving)
1601780 Exhibition of the Royal Academy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exhibition of the Royal Academy)

Pilgrim badges of Thomas Becket (copper alloy)
1216485 Pilgrim badges of Thomas Becket (copper alloy) by English School; height: 6.4 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Henry walking to the Tomb of Becket (engraving)
1090801 Henry walking to the Tomb of Becket (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry walking to the Tomb of Becket)

Life of Thomas Becket (coloured engraving)
2797171 Life of Thomas Becket (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life of Thomas Becket)

Detail from the Miracle Window depicting St. Thomas visiting a sick man in his sleep
PC344991 Detail from the Miracle Window depicting St. Thomas visiting a sick man in his sleep (stained glass) by English School, (13th century); Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury, Kent, UK; English

Ancient fig gardens at Tarring, Worthing, Sussex, claiming to have the oldest fig tree in England
5999884 Ancient fig gardens at Tarring, Worthing, Sussex, claiming to have the oldest fig tree in England, planted by Thomas Becket (photo) by English Photographer

The Cathedral from the South-West, 1898. Creator: Unknown
The Cathedral from the South-West, 1898. Canterbury Cathedral was and largely rebuilt in Gothic style following a fire in 1174 with extensions to accommodate the flow of pilgrims visiting the shrine

Henry Irving and Ellen Terry in Tennysons Becket at Windsor Castle, 1893, (1901)
Henry Irving and Ellen Terry in Tennysons " Becket" at Windsor Castle, 1893, (1901). Actors Henry Irving (as Thomas Becket) and Ellen Terry (as Rosamund)

Transept of the Martyrdom, Canterbury Cathedral, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Transept of the Martyrdom, Canterbury Cathedral, 1890. In the north west transept of Canterbury Cathedral and area known as the Martyrdom

Canterbury Cathedral, from the North-East, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Canterbury Cathedral, from the North-East, 1890. Founded in 597 and largely rebuilt in Gothic style following a fire in 1174 with extensions to accommodate the flow of pilgrims visiting the shrine of

Henry II serving the first dish to his son Henrys table, 1773. Creator: Unknown
Henry II serving the first dish to his son Henrys table, 1773. Henry II serves at the table of his son Young Henry after his Coronation by the Archbishop of York in 1169

Paintings of the apse of the church of Santa Maria de Terrassa with Pantocrator

Thomas a Becket forbids the Earl of Leicester to pass sentence on him, 1162 (1864). Becket (1118-1170) became Archbishop of Canterbury in 1162

The Scene of Saint Thomas, 1912. From The Mighty Army, by W. M. Letts, illustrated by Stephen Reid. [Wells Gardner, Darton & Co. Ltd, London, 1912]

Thomas a Becket, taken from a series of cigarette cards, 1935
Thomas a Becket. Based on an ancient painting in Canterbury Cathedral. Taken from a series of cigarette cards entitled Celebrities of British History produced by Carreas Ltd, 1935

Penance of Henry before the shrine of Thomas a Becket
King Henry II (1133-1189) doing penance before the shrine of Thomas a Becket. Henry ruled as King of England from 1154 to 1189. He was the first Plantagenet (or Angevin) King

Thomas a Beckets grand Entry into London... 12th century, (19th century)
Thomas a Beckets grand Entry into London, attended by the Knights, Templars, Bishops etc 12th century, (19th century)

The Life of Thomas Becket, (1801). Artist: Joseph Strutt
The Life of Thomas Becket, (1801). Scenes from the life of St Thomas a Becket (1120-1170). Reconciliation with Henry II; Thomas returns to England; News of Knights

Thomas A Becket Leading Army Knights Henry II
Thomas a Becket leading an army of knights during Henry II's expedition to Toulouse, 1159. Thomas Becket, aka Saint Thomas of Canterbury, Thomas of London and Thomas a Becket, c

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"Thomas Becket: The Martyr Who Shaped English History" Step into the world of medieval England and discover the captivating story of Thomas Becket, an influential figure in British history. This stained glass window dating from around 1320, found at Christ Church College Cathedral, Canterbury, takes us back to a time when religion played a central role in society. Located in Kent, England, Canterbury is renowned for its rich heritage and iconic cathedral. The medieval stained glass within its walls transports visitors to a bygone era filled with intricate craftsmanship and religious devotion. Venturing further into history, we find ourselves at Christ Church Cathedral interior in Oxfordshire. Here lies the tomb where King Henry II performed penance after his involvement in Becket's tragic demise. This engraving captures the solemnity surrounding this act of remorse. The murder itself is depicted vividly through colored engravings that showcase both the brutality and significance of this event. From Edward The Martyr's assassination to Beckets' parents mourning their son's fate – these images offer glimpses into a tumultuous period marked by power struggles and religious conflict. One cannot help but be captivated by the chasse of St. Gilbert—a stunning piece of metalwork that exemplifies artistic excellence during this era. Its intricate details serve as a testament to the skillful craftsmen who dedicated themselves to creating objects of beauty and veneration. A chronicle from 1863 brings forth yet another perspective on Becket's murder—depicting it as an integral part of England's historical narrative. Meanwhile, an illustration from Hutchinson's Story reveals how even decades later, people were still fascinated by this dark chapter in British history. Finally, we witness the conspirators gathered together shortly before committing their heinous act—an engraving capturing Thomas a Becket addressing Tracy amidst his private apartments moments before tragedy struck.