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The First Catholic Bishop to Play a Formal Role in a British Coronation: Cardinal Vincent Nichols Blesses King Charles III, Photographed by Rory Lewis

The First Catholic Bishop to Play a Formal Role in a British Coronation: Cardinal Vincent Nichols Blesses King Charles III, Photographed by Rory Lewis

Renowned photographer Rory Lewis had the opportunity to capture Cardinal Nichols in a unique sitting at the Cardinal's Palace attached to Westminster Cathedral. Inspired by Renaissance portraits of cardinals painted by Raphael and Caravaggio, Lewis sought to create his own Chiaroscuro depiction of the Cardinal. The sitting lasted two hours, during which Lewis and Cardinal Nichols discussed Renaissance art and took a tour of the palace.

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