Marcus Stone (1840-1921) British history painter

Marcus Stone (1840-1921) British history painter. Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn Observed by Queen Catherine (Catherine of Aragon), in doorway, whose portrait is on wall behind them. Anne has been playing the lute for the king watched by a gathering of courtiers. Cardinal Wolsey, right of centre, looks on. The little dog, traditionally symbolising fidelity, is an ironic touch. Oil on canvas. 1870. Private collection

Aragon Boleyn Courtiers Fidelity Ironic Lute Observed Stringed Symbolising Traditionally Watched Wolsey

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