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Perkin Warbeck, pretender to the throne of England, in the stocks, 1497 (engraving)
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Perkin Warbeck, pretender to the throne of England, in the stocks, 1497 (engraving)
7149401 Perkin Warbeck, pretender to the throne of England, in the stocks, 1497 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Perkin Warbeck, pretender to the throne of England, in the stocks, 1497. Illustration from A Series of Prints of English History, by Mrs Trimmer (Baldwin and Cradock, N Hailes, and John Marshall, London, 1828).); © Look and Learn
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This print captures the image of Perkin Warbeck, a pretender to the throne of England, enduring punishment in the stocks in 1497. The engraving, created by an English School artist in the 19th century, showcases this significant moment from history. Perkin Warbeck's audacious claim to be Richard of Shrewsbury, one of the Princes in the Tower who disappeared during the reign of King Richard III, threatened Henry VII's newly established Tudor dynasty. This led to his capture and subsequent public humiliation depicted here. The illustration comes from "A Series of Prints of English History" by Mrs Trimmer and provides a glimpse into this tumultuous period. It serves as a reminder that power struggles were not limited to battles on fields but also played out through political intrigue and claims to legitimacy. Warbeck's placement in the stocks symbolizes both physical punishment and public shaming. The scene evokes feelings of sympathy for his plight while highlighting society's harsh methods for dealing with those who challenged authority. This historical artifact transports us back to a time when individuals fought tooth and nail for power and control over nations. It reminds us that even though centuries have passed since then, human ambition remains a driving force behind many conflicts throughout history. Through this engraving, we are invited to reflect on how perceptions can shape our understanding of events long gone while appreciating art as a medium that preserves these stories for future generations.
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