Tag: Early Modern Period
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Beyond Devotion: The Multifaceted Functions of Early Netherlandish Altarpieces
At first glance, early Netherlandish Altarpieces seem to have primarily devotional and religious functions. However, they also have more subtle societal purposes, representing a community’s collective identity. Emily Jones explores the fascinatingly intricate and diverse meanings behind these cultural artefacts.
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Henry VIII: The Spare Who Changed History
Whilst the phrase “spare to the heir” has dominated headlines in recent months, it is an appellation which also overshadowed the early years of the future King Henry VIII. Naomi Wallace discusses the events that shaped the monarch, and the history of England.
Retrospect Journal 