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Meeting of Richard II and Henry Bolingbroke at which Henry demands the throne
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Meeting of Richard II and Henry Bolingbroke at which Henry demands the throne
984772 Meeting of Richard II and Henry Bolingbroke at which Henry demands the throne, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle, James William Edmund (1822-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Bolingbroke (1366-1413), Duke of Lancaster usurped the throne while Richard II (1367-1400) was in Ireland. On his return to England, Richard II was captured at Flint where Henry got down on one knee and explained that he wished to officially obtain the throne, 1399.); The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22638510
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bended Knee Bishop Bishops Chronicle Of England Henry Bolingbroke Henry Iv John Of Gaunt Kneel Knights Monarchs Richard Ii Royals Rulers
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In this print, we witness a pivotal moment in English history as Richard II and Henry Bolingbroke come face to face. The year is 1399, and tensions are high as Henry, the Duke of Lancaster, demands the throne from Richard while he was still in Ireland. The scene unfolds within the walls of Flint Castle, where Richard finds himself captured upon his return to England. With an air of determination and authority, Henry kneels before him, clad in resplendent armor that reflects his ambition. In this humble gesture lies a profound request - he wishes to officially obtain the throne. Surrounded by clergy members and knights who bear witness to this historic encounter, both rulers exude power and regality. The presence of John of Gaunt adds further weight to the proceedings as one can only imagine the thoughts racing through his mind. This image captures not only a significant turning point in British monarchy but also showcases James William Edmund Doyle's exceptional talent for bringing historical events to life through color lithography. Through intricate details such as castle architecture and period-specific attire worn by soldiers and bishops alike, viewers are transported back into medieval England. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485 published in London in 1863, we cannot help but be drawn into the drama unfolding before our eyes - a clash between two men vying for power that would forever shape the course of British history.
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