Execution of the Gunpowder Conspirators

published 1795

R. Romney

Associated Names
R. Romney

Artist, British, 18th century

James Caulfield

Publisher, British, 1764 - 1826

This is an illustration of an execution scene during the Gunpowder Plot trials in the Year 1606. The image shows a 17th-century town square bustling with activity, including horses, onlookers, and officials overseeing the event. In the center, there is a place of execution with gallows and smoke rising from the ground. Surrounding the scene are buildings with detailed architectural features, and crowds of people observing from windows and balconies. The drawing is done in a style typical of engravings from the period, offering a historical and dramatic visual narrative.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    facsimile

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 16.5 × 21 cm (6 1/2 × 8 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1950.14.571


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

William Salt Library [founded c. 1869], Stafford, (L.2259a). Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891 - 1979], Philadelphia, (L.1932d); gift to NGA, 1950.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q65364642

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