The Wars of the Roses The Medieval Art of Graham TurnerThe series of battles fought between the rival Yorkist and Lancastrian claiments to the English throne during the second half of the 15th century are now known as the Wars of the Roses, after badges carried by supporters of the two factions - the white rose of York and the red rose of Lancaster. Political tensions erupted into open conflict at the first battle of St. Albans in 1455, when the Duke of York took up arms against the Lancastrian King Henry VI, and this battle is one of several that Graham Turner has brought to life in his series of paintings devoted to this turbulent period in our history. Wakefield, Towton, Northampton, Barnet, Tewkesbury, and Bosworth - where Henry Tudor defeated Richard III - these are some of the other battles that have been painted by this highly regarded historical artist who specialises in medieval history, all of which are available as prints from Studio 88. CLICK HERE for details of the complete range of open and limited edition medieval prints by Graham Turner, priced from £17. |  |
