Kapel van Henry VII te Westminster Abbey before 1869

This photograph captures the Chapel of Henry VII in Westminster Abbey, a space laden with symbols of power, religion, and remembrance. Dominating the chapel is the tomb, a motif echoing ancient sarcophagi, signifying not just death but eternal legacy. Notice the gothic arches and the vertical lines of the columns, directing the eye heavenward, these recall the longing for transcendence and the divine. These architectural gestures appear in various forms throughout history; from Egyptian obelisks to Romanesque cathedrals. Consider the emotional weight of this space. The convergence of vertical lines and gothic arches inspire an upward movement that carries an almost spiritual, psychoanalytic dimension. It is not merely a resting place but a powerful stage for the drama of life, death, and the enduring quest for meaning. The symbols in the Chapel of Henry VII remind us that history is not linear, but a cyclical process where past motifs resurface, evolve, and gain new meanings.