| Discover one of the most dramatic periods of English history through the art of this gloriously rich and creative age. The exhibition brings together a wide range of over 300 rare and sumptuous treasures by some of the greatest artists of the day. |
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| Brought to life by Shakespeare's great history plays such as Henry V and Richard III, the late medieval age included several defining moments in English history, from the Battle of Agincourt and the Wars of the Roses to the beginning of the Reformation. This was not just a time of war and conflict but also a period of conspicuous artistic consumption on a lavish scale. The monarchy, nobility and leading churchmen acquired the best works of art available, whether from England or the Continent. |
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| Richard Marks |
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| Why an exhibition on this period? |
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| What are the main themes of the exhibition? |
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| Favourite and interesting objects. |
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| Eleanor Townsend |
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| The most difficult object to bring into the exhibition. |
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| Issues to be aware of in planning the display. |
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| Difficulties in putting together an exhibition of such old material. |
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| Favourite and interesting objects. |
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