The Story of Tudor Art

Christina J. Faraday

The volatile years of England's Tudor dynasty (1485-1603) and the five monarchs who ruled England during this period continue to fascinate and intrigue. Thanks to the paintings of artists like Hans Holbein, we have very definitive ideas about the appearance and personalities of Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edwards VI, Mary I and her successor Elizabeth I. It is through their eyes of artists that we still see the dynasty which ruled England for just over a century. Yet, iconic though they are, when it comes to Tudor art, portraits - and monarchs - are far from the whole story. Throughout the 16th century, images and objects were employed for political, religious, social and scientific ends, by a greater range of people than ever before. In this exploration of England's Tudor dynasty, Christina Faraday uses the art of the era - both images and objects - as a means of investigating every facet of the period.

Author(s): Faraday, Christina J.
Binding: Hardback
Date of Publication: 25/09/2025
Pagination: 448 pages
Series: N/A
Imprint: Apollo
Published By: Apollo
Book Classification: History of art
Dimensions: 234x156
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ISBN13\EAN\SKU: 9781804547397