Author Archives: Tamise

Six Lives – Anne of Cleeves

Anne of Cleeves Portrait miniature of Anne of Cleeves Hans Holbein 1539 Nullification of Henry VIII’s marriage to Anne of Cleeves 9 July 1540 ‘This is the formal record of nullification, signed by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York.’

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Six Lives – Jane Seymour

Jane Seymour Workshop of Hans Holbein the Younger mid 16th century Letter from Jane Seymour to Thomas Cromwell announcing the birth of Prince Edward The Great Bible, 1539 Pendant ‘This piece is similar to he diamond and ruby pendant in … Continue reading

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Six Lives – Anne Boleyn

Anne Boleyn by Unknown Artist Book of Hours circa 1528 ‘Henry and Anne inscribed loving messages to each other in this Book of Hours…Anne’s inscription survives, ;By daily proof you shall me find/ To be to you both loving and … Continue reading

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Six Lives – Katherine of Aragon

Katherine of Aragon by Unknown Artist Letter from Katherine of Aragon to Henry VIII 16 September 1513 Katherine’s letter accompanied a report on the English victory at the Battle of Flodden Katherine of Aragon Workshop of the Horenbout family, circa … Continue reading

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Six Lives: The Stories of Henry VIII’s Queens – National Portrait Gallery

‘Six Lives: The Stories of Henry VIII’s Queens’ opened at the National Portrait Gallery on 20th June and runs until 8th September. It is a fabulous exhibition and worth every penny! ‘Tudor paintings by Hans Holbein the Younger and contemporary … Continue reading

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