Charles II (Chantry)
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Charles II (Chantry)
CHARLES II at the time of his accession
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Charles II: A Monarch's Return to the Throne (1630-1685) This evocative image captures the momentous occasion of the restoration of the monarchy in England, as Charles II ascends the throne in 1660 following a decade-long exile. The print, titled 'CHARLES II at the time of his accession,' is a poignant reminder of the tumultuous history that preceded this pivotal moment in British history. Charles II, the eldest surviving son of King Charles I, had been forced into exile in 1642, as the English Civil War erupted between the Royalists, who supported the monarchy, and the Parliamentarians, who sought to limit the power of the king. The conflict ended in 1651 with the execution of Charles I, and the establishment of the Commonwealth under Oliver Cromwell. However, by the late 1650s, many English people grew disillusioned with the rule of the Puritan Commonwealth and the Protectorate that followed Cromwell's death in 1658. The desire for a restored monarchy grew, and in 1660, Charles II was invited back to England. In this print, Charles II is depicted in regal attire, seated on a horse as he makes his way through the streets of London. The crowds that gather to greet him are a testament to the popular support for the monarchy, and the hope for stability and peace that a restored monarchy could bring. The image is a powerful reminder of the complex and tumultuous history of the British monarchy, and the enduring appeal of the monarch as a symbol of national unity and continuity. Charles II's reign was marked by religious tolerance, the restoration of the Church of England, and the rebuilding of London after the Great Fire of 1666. His death in 1685 marked the end of the Stuart dynasty, and the beginning of a new era in British history.
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