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King John Signing Magna Charta, 1850. Artist: John Leech
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King John Signing Magna Charta, 1850. Artist: John Leech
King John Signing Magna Charta, 1850. A satirical illustration of King John sighing the Magna Carta. King John signed the Magna Carta at Runnymede, Surrey, 15 June 1215. John (c1167-1216) became King of England in 1199. The Angevin kings of England, Henry II, Richard I and John arbitrarily abused feudal rights. The nobility forced King John to sign the Magna Carta, guaranteeing their restoration. From The Comic History of England by Gilbert Abbott A. Beckett, illustrated by John Leech [Bradbury, Agnew & Co. London, 1850.]
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This satirical illustration captures the historic moment when King John reluctantly signed the Magna Carta in 1215. Created by artist John Leech in 1850, this print humorously depicts the scene at Runnymede, Surrey. King John (c1167-1216), who became the ruler of England in 1199, was notorious for abusing feudal rights along with his predecessors Henry II and Richard I. In an act of rebellion against their tyrannical king, the nobility forced him to sign this groundbreaking document that guaranteed their restoration of rights. The image showcases a group of men on horseback surrounding a desk where King John sits begrudgingly signing the agreement. Soldiers stand nearby as witnesses while others watch intently. Leech's illustration cleverly combines historical accuracy with satire, highlighting both the significance and absurdity of this pivotal event. The detailed depiction includes weaponry such as spears and swords, symbolizing war and conflict that plagued medieval times. This print is part of "The Comic History of England" by Gilbert Abbott A. Beckett, published by Bradbury, Agnew & Co. , London in 1850. It offers a unique glimpse into how historical events were interpreted during the nineteenth century. As we admire this artwork today, it serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with history and its ability to be reimagined through art across different centuries and cultures.
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