England, Leeds Castle - Chapel

The video discusses the historical evolution of a room initially commissioned by Edward I as a chantry for his wife Eleanor of Castile. Over the past century, the room has served various purposes, including as an office, music room, and kitchen. Recently, it has been reconsecrated as a Chapel Royal, where occasional services are held. The room features 16th-century German limewood panels and 14th-century Italian paintings by Nicolo de Pietro Guerrini, originally from a church in Sussex.

Who commissioned a chantry in memory of Eleanor of Castile?

• James the 2nd

• Edward the 1st

• Henry the 8th

• Richard the 3rd

Which of the following was NOT a use of the room in the last 100 years?

• Library

• Kitchen

• Music room

• Office

What is the current purpose of the room after its reconsecration?

• Art Gallery

• Dining Hall

• Chapel Royal

• Library

The 16th-century limewood panels in the room are from which country?

• Spain

• France

• Italy

• Germany

Who is the artist behind the 14th-century Withyham paintings?

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Nicolo de Pietro Guerrini

• Michelangelo

• Raphael