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William Prynne - 4
WILLIAM PRYNNE - puritan lawyer and pamphleteer whose writings led to the pillory and imprisonment in the Tower. Of Audland, in the upper picture, we know nothing Date: 1600 - 1669
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1600 1669 Imprisonment Lawyer Pamphleteer Pillory Puritan Writings Prynne Upper Will I Am
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introduce historical intrigue into your home or office with our exquisite framed print of William Prynne, the renowned Puritan lawyer and pamphleteer. This captivating piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases an image of Prynne in his later years. Known for his writings that criticized the English court and the Church of England, Prynne's works led to his famous punishment of being pilloried and imprisoned in the Tower. Add a touch of history and intellectual depth to your space with this intriguing framed print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "William Prynne: The Relentless Puritan" William Prynne (circa 1600-1669), depicted in the upper picture, was a prominent English lawyer and prolific pamphleteer whose unwavering commitment to Puritanical reforms led to his infamous punishment by the authorities. Though little is known about his early life in Audland, this enigmatic figure left an indelible mark on English history. Prynne's writings, fueled by his deep-rooted Puritan beliefs, were a thorn in the side of the English monarchy and the Church of England during the 17th century. His relentless pursuit of religious and moral purity in a time of political and religious upheaval earned him both admiration from the Puritan community and the ire of the establishment. In 1633, Prynne published a scathing critique of the English monarchy and the Church of England in a pamphlet titled "Histriomastix, or, The Actors Stage," which denounced the theater as a den of sin and immorality. This publication, along with his other provocative writings, did not go unnoticed by the authorities. As a result, in 1634, Prynne was sentenced to stand in the pillory for three hours a day for five successive days and was fined a substantial sum. To add to his punishment, he was also banned from practicing law and was imprisoned in the Tower of London for nearly ten years. Despite these harsh penalties, Prynne continued to write and publish, becoming a symbol of resistance and perseverance in the face of oppression. His unwavering commitment to his beliefs and his refusal to be silenced earned him a place in English history as a champion of religious and moral reforms. The lower picture, also featuring William Prynne, remains a poignant reminder of the price paid by those who dared to challenge the status quo in the name of their convictions.
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