The Wolsey Angels by Benedetto da Rovezzano commissioned by Cardinal Thomas Wolsey at The Victoria and Albert Museum, London
Welcome to “Art, Culture & Books” with me Anthony King. Today I’ll be taking you on a video and photographic tour of The Wolsey Angels by Benedetto da Rovezzano (born 1474) which were commissioned by Cardinal Thomas Wolsey. They’re at The Victoria and Albert Museum, London. As always, I take all the photos and videos myself on location, ensuring you get an up-close and personal view of the fascinating world of art and culture. I’ll be popping in and out with commentary as this video progresses but for now let’s take a close up look. Benedetto da Rovezzano, an Italian sculptor active in England from 1519 to around 1540, created the Wolsey Angels—four statues commissioned by Cardinal Thomas Wolsey for his tomb. Wolsey, once a