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Arrest of Guy Fawkes in cellars of Parliament, 1605 (19th century)
Arrest of Guy Fawkes in cellars of Parliament, 1605 (19th century). Gunpowder Plot, Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I due to open new session. 19th century wood engraving
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5 November Arrest Arresting Bonfire Night Capture Conspiracy Conspirator Fawkes Fireworks Night Guido Fawkes Gunpowder Plot Guy Fawkes Guy Fawkes Night James I James Vi James Vi Of Scotland King James I King James Vi Of Scotland King Of England Law And Order Plotting Protestant Protestantism Proverb Traitor Treason Ann Ronan Pictures Metaphor Roman Catholicism Wood Engraving
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 17.8cm (9.3" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the dramatic events of November 5,1605 - the infamous Gunpowder Plot. The image depicts the arrest of Guy Fawkes in the cellars of Parliament, a pivotal moment in British history. In this 19th-century wood engraving, we see Fawkes dressed in period clothing, his hat adding an air of mystery to his captured figure. He stands as a symbol of religious conspiracy and treason against King James I and Protestantism. The arresting scene is filled with metaphorical significance; it represents the triumph of law and order over those plotting to undermine it. The long arm of justice has reached out to capture this notorious conspirator who sought to blow up English Houses of Parliament during its opening session. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we are reminded not only of Fawkes' treachery but also the deep-rooted tensions between Roman Catholicism and Protestantism that plagued England at that time. Today, on Bonfire Night or Guy Fawkes Night, people across Britain commemorate this event by lighting fireworks and burning effigies representing Fawkes himself. This annual tradition serves as a reminder that even centuries later, the name "Guy Fawkes" remains synonymous with betrayal. Through this powerful portrait captured by an unknown creator from Ann Ronan Pictures collection, we are transported back to a significant moment in British history when religion clashed with politics and one man's failed plot forever etched his
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