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Lady Catherine Gordon before Henry VII, illustration from Cassell
STC385283 Lady Catherine Gordon before Henry VII, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Catherine Gordon (c.1474-1537), Scottish noblewoman and wife of the Yorkist pretender Perkin Warbeck, with Henry VII (1457-1509); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22404332
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Begging Clemency Henry Tudor Mercy Rulers
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The captivating print showcases Lady Catherine Gordon, a Scottish noblewoman, in a moment of great significance before Henry VII. The sepia-toned engraving from Cassell's Illustrated History of England transports us back to the 19th century, capturing the essence of this historical encounter. Lady Catherine Gordon, known for her marriage to Perkin Warbeck, the Yorkist pretender, kneels before King Henry VII with an air of vulnerability and determination. Her presence exudes both strength and grace as she pleads for mercy from the ruler of England. Henry VII, portrayed as a powerful male figure within his regal tent, gazes upon Lady Catherine with a mixture of curiosity and contemplation. This meeting between two influential individuals carries immense weight and holds the potential to shape their destinies. The image encapsulates themes such as royalty, clemency, and power dynamics prevalent during that era in British history. It serves as a poignant reminder of how personal relationships could impact political landscapes. As we delve into this visual narrative captured by Bridgeman Images' reproduction from The Stapleton Collection, we are transported into an intriguing chapter where female nobility meets royal authority. Lady Catherine's plea for mercy echoes through time while leaving us pondering about the complexities surrounding love and loyalty amidst turbulent times in Great Britain's past.
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