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Catherine of Aragon, from Henry VIII by William Shakespeare, 1866 (oil on canvas)
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Catherine of Aragon, from Henry VIII by William Shakespeare, 1866 (oil on canvas)
MAN277412 Catherine of Aragon, from Henry VIII by William Shakespeare, 1866 (oil on canvas) by Bromley, William III (c.1815-c.88); 107.5x153.3 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Catherine of Aragon and the Cardinals; Catherine of Aragon (1485-1536); depicts a scene from Henry VIII by William Shakespeare (1564-1616); in this scene Catherine is threatened by the English and Papal Cardinals with the prospect of a public trial if she does not consent to divorcing Henry VIII (1491-1547);); © Manchester Art Gallery
Media ID 32133646
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This print showcases the painting "Catherine of Aragon, from Henry VIII" by William Shakespeare, created in 1866. Painted by William Bromley III, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 107.5x153.3 cm and is currently housed at the Manchester Art Gallery in the UK. The artwork depicts a powerful scene from Shakespeare's play "Henry VIII" where Catherine of Aragon (1485-1536) faces a daunting situation. In this particular moment, she is confronted by both English and Papal Cardinals who threaten her with a public trial if she does not consent to divorcing King Henry VIII (1491-1547). Bromley skillfully captures the tension and drama of this historical event through his meticulous brushwork and attention to detail. The expressions on Catherine's face and those of the Cardinals convey their conflicting emotions - fear, determination, defiance. Through this painting, we are transported back to the tumultuous times of 16th-century England when religious conflicts intertwined with political power struggles. It serves as a reminder of Catherine's strength and resilience in facing such adversity. As we admire this remarkable artwork, we cannot help but appreciate its significance within art history as well as its ability to bring alive an important chapter in British history. The Manchester Art Gallery proudly displays it for all visitors to marvel at its beauty while reflecting upon the complexities of human nature and society during that era.
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