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The Conspirators in the private apartments of Thomas A'Becket shortly before his murder..., 1862. Creator: Unknown.

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The Conspirators in the private apartments of Thomas A'Becket shortly before his murder: the Primate addressing Tracy - by J. Gilbert, 1862. Engraving of a painting. Scene in the grand hall of the Archbishop's palace. 'Without a word, the knights marched straight up to where the Archbishop was and sat themselves upon the floor beneath him. At the time of their entering, à Becket was engaged in converse with a monk, which he pointedly continued. After a while he turned round, and, gazing steadfastly at them, saluted Tracy by name. (This is the moment, a singularly solemn and impressive one, which Mr, Gilbert has selected for illustration). Awed by his dignity, or by the sanctity of the place, the conspirators were still silent; but at length Fitzurse, who appeared throughout to take the lead, said, "We have a message from the King, over the water; will you hear it in private, or before all?" "As you wish," replied the Archbishop. "Nay, as you wish," said Fitzurse. At a sign from the Primate the monks withdrew. Hardly, however, had Fitzurse began his message when à Becket, from a sudden consciousness of danger, exclaimed, "This must not be told in secret!" and recalled the monks...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862.

Date

1862

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Photo12/Heritage Images/The Print Collector

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HRM24A08_290

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Droits gérés

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55,7Mo (6,3Mo) / 45,4cm x 30,8cm / 5363 x 3633 (300dpi)

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