The trial of the honourable Colonel Algernon Sidney, 1683. p
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The trial of the honourable Colonel Algernon Sidney, 1683. p
The trial of the honourable Colonel Algernon Sidney, 1683. painted by F.P. Stephanoff, Esq. London 1835. Two line dedication to William Spence Cavendish. Date 1835
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1683 1835 Algernon Colonel Honourable Sidney Trial Stephanoff
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This striking painting, titled "The Trial of the Honourable Colonel Algernon Sidney, 1683," is an intriguing depiction of a pivotal moment in English history. Painted by the accomplished artist F.P. Stephanoff in 1835, the work captures the intensity and drama of the trial that took place over three centuries prior. Colonel Algernon Sidney (1622-1683) was a prominent figure in the English political landscape during the late 17th century. A staunch opponent of the authoritarian rule of King Charles II and his brother James, Duke of York, Sidney was a key figure in the Rye House Plot, a failed assassination attempt against the king and his brother in 1683. After the plot was discovered, Sidney was arrested and brought to trial on charges of treason. The painting shows Sidney standing before a panel of judges in the Old Bailey, the historic criminal court in London. His expression is defiant, as he refuses to acknowledge the legitimacy of the proceedings against him. Sidney's trial was significant because it marked the last treason trial to be held in England before the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which ultimately led to the deposition of King James II and the ascension of William and Mary to the throne. The painting is dedicated to William Spence Cavendish, a prominent figure in his own right as a historian and antiquarian. The dedication serves as a testament to the enduring interest in the history of English politics and the importance of preserving the records of significant historical events.
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