The Execution of Lady Jane Grey  1833

In this painting, Lady Jane Grey is guided towards the execution block by Sir John Brydges, Lieutenant of the Tower. The straw on which the block rests was intended to soak up the victim's blood. The executioner stands impassive to the right and two ladies in attendance are shown grieving to the left. [url=http://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/paintings/paul-delaroche-the-exec...