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Join our history curator on an audio tour exploring the significance of the Oak Room panels. |
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The tale of the fox and the geese tells the story of the fox preaching to geese. This is a moral tale warning against corrupt clergy. In Medieval and Tudor art foxes were often used to represent corrupt or immoral clergymen. Reynard the fox was a recurring character. He is the hero of a series of European allegorical tales. Reynard was a trickster who is often depicted trying to deceive other animals. This panel is a good example. |
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Play the YouTube clip below to hear more about religion and the panels.
Once you have listened to this section then follow the link below to enjoy the next part of the tour.
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