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Mary I Collection (#3)

"Mary I: A Portrait of Power and Controversy" In the captivating portrait by Simon Renard, we catch a glimpse of Mary I, the first queen regnant of England

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary at the instance of Simon Renard affiancing herself to Philip of Spain, 1840

Queen Mary at the instance of Simon Renard affiancing herself to Philip of Spain, 1840. Artist: George Cruikshank
Queen Mary at the instance of Simon Renard affiancing herself to Philip of Spain, 1840. Renard was the Ambassador of Philips father, the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary surprising Courtenay and the Princess Elizabeth, 1553-1555 (1840)

Queen Mary surprising Courtenay and the Princess Elizabeth, 1553-1555 (1840). Artist: George Cruikshank
Queen Mary surprising Courtenay and the Princess Elizabeth, 1553-1555 (1840). During Marys reign her half-sister Elizabeth came under suspicion of plotting against her

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I (1516-1558), 1851. Artist: WH Egleton

Queen Mary I (1516-1558), 1851. Artist: WH Egleton
Queen Mary I (1516-1558), 1851. From Biographical Sketches of the Queens of Great Britain, from the Norman Conquest to the Reign of Victoria, or Royal Book of Beauty, edited by Mary Howitt

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I, 1780s

Queen Mary I, 1780s
Queen Mary I, . From Harrisons Edition of Rapins History of England, by Paul Rapin de Thoyras. [John Harrison, London, ]

Background imageMary I Collection: Cardinal Pole, Archbishop of Canterbury, 16th century (1805). Artist: W Maddocks

Cardinal Pole, Archbishop of Canterbury, 16th century (1805). Artist: W Maddocks
Cardinal Pole, Archbishop of Canterbury, 16th century (1805). Reginald Pole (1500-1558) was the last Catholic Archbishop of Canterbury

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I (1516-1558), 1901-1910

Queen Mary I (1516-1558), 1901-1910. Playing card from the Kings & Queens of England card game, by the food and drinks manufacturer the Mazawattee Tea Company

Background imageMary I Collection: Princess Mary, later Queen Mary I, c1537, (1902)

Princess Mary, later Queen Mary I, c1537, (1902). Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I of England, (19th century). Artist: T Brown

Queen Mary I of England, (19th century). Artist: T Brown
Queen Mary I of England, (19th century). Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I of England. Artist: Robert Peake

Queen Mary I of England. Artist: Robert Peake
Queen Mary I of England. Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death. Mary, the fourth and penultimate monarch of the Tudor dynasty

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I of England

Queen Mary I of England. Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death. Mary, the fourth and penultimate monarch of the Tudor dynasty

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I of England, (1806). Artist: E Bocquet

Queen Mary I of England, (1806). Artist: E Bocquet
Queen Mary I of England, (1806). Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I of England, (1788). Artist: Thomas Trotter

Queen Mary I of England, (1788). Artist: Thomas Trotter
Queen Mary I of England, (1788). Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I of England, (1804). Artist: J Chapman

Queen Mary I of England, (1804). Artist: J Chapman
Queen Mary I of England, (1804). Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I of England, (1836). Artist: Henry Thomas Ryall

Queen Mary I of England, (1836). Artist: Henry Thomas Ryall
Queen Mary I of England, (1836). Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I of England. Artist: Benoist

Queen Mary I of England. Artist: Benoist
Queen Mary I of England. Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death. Mary, the fourth and penultimate monarch of the Tudor dynasty

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I of England. Artist: Antonis Mor

Queen Mary I of England. Artist: Antonis Mor
Queen Mary I of England. Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death. Mary, the fourth and penultimate monarch of the Tudor dynasty

Background imageMary I Collection: Diary of Edward VI, 1551. Artist: King Edward VI

Diary of Edward VI, 1551. Artist: King Edward VI
Diary of Edward VI, 1551. Diary of his reign extending from his accession, 21 January 1547, to 30 November 1552, the plate representing a portion of a page with entries of 18-20 March

Background imageMary I Collection: Mary I of Scotland, popularly known as Mary, Queen of Scots, (1794). Artist: John Goldar

Mary I of Scotland, popularly known as Mary, Queen of Scots, (1794). Artist: John Goldar
Mary I of Scotland, popularly known as Mary, Queen of Scots, (1794). Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 1553 until her death

Background imageMary I Collection: Letter from Henry Neville and others, 19th July 1553. Artist: Henry Neville, Earl of Westmorland

Letter from Henry Neville and others, 19th July 1553. Artist: Henry Neville, Earl of Westmorland
Letter from Henry Neville and others, 19th July 1553. Letter from Henry Neville, Lord Abergavenny, Charles Neville, Lord Neville (Earl of Westmorland 1563), Sir Thomas Wyat

Background imageMary I Collection: Letter from Lady Jane Grey to William Parr, 10th July 1553. Artist: Lady Jane Grey

Letter from Lady Jane Grey to William Parr, 10th July 1553. Artist: Lady Jane Grey
Letter from Lady Jane Grey to William Parr, Marquis of Northampton, 10th July 1553. Letter written from the Tower of London

Background imageMary I Collection: Letter from Queen Mary I to Lord Seymour of Sudeley, 4th June 1547. Artist: Queen Mary I

Letter from Queen Mary I to Lord Seymour of Sudeley, 4th June 1547. Artist: Queen Mary I
Letter from Queen Mary I to Lord Seymour of Sudeley, 4th June 1547. Letter written from Wanstead by Mary I (written before her accession) to Lord Seymour of Sudeley (Lord High Admiral)

Background imageMary I Collection: Lady Mary, 16th century, (1910)

Lady Mary, 16th century, (1910). Portrait of Queen Mary wearing a pyramidal style headdress with ribbed bands of silk upon the forehead forming the foundation

Background imageMary I Collection: Queen Mary I

Queen Mary I. Mary Tudor (1516-1558) was Queen of England and Queen of Ireland from 6 July 1553 (de jure) or 19 July 1553 (de facto) until her death

Background imageMary I Collection: Portrait of Mary I of England, 1554. Artist: Mor, Antonis (Anthonis) (c. 1517-1577)

Portrait of Mary I of England, 1554. Artist: Mor, Antonis (Anthonis) (c. 1517-1577)
Portrait of Mary I of England, 1554. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Background imageMary I Collection: Henry VIII, Princess Mary and William Sommers, 16th century, (1896). Artist: Boussod, Valadon & Co

Henry VIII, Princess Mary and William Sommers, 16th century, (1896). Artist: Boussod, Valadon & Co
Henry VIII, Princess Mary and William Sommers, 16th century, (1896). Portrait of the King (1491-1547) and his daughter (1516-1558) with Somers, the court jester

Background imageMary I Collection: Mary Tudor (1516-1558). Artist: Henri Meyer

Mary Tudor (1516-1558). Artist: Henri Meyer
Mary Tudor (1516-1558). Mary, daughter of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, half-sister of Elizabeth I, as a young woman

Background imageMary I Collection: Protestants burned at the stake for refusing to deny their faith, Smithfield, London, 1556

Protestants burned at the stake for refusing to deny their faith, Smithfield, London, 1556
A priest, 4 laymen and 2 women burned at the stake at Smithfield, London, 27 January 1556, for refusing to deny their Protestant belief. Reign of Mary I (Bloody Mary). Wood engraving 1848

Background imageMary I Collection: Mary I blessing cramp rings (pigment on vellum)

Mary I blessing cramp rings (pigment on vellum)
XCF833456 Mary I blessing cramp rings (pigment on vellum) by English School, (16th century); Westminster Cathedral Library, UK; (add.info.: Mary I (1516-58)

Background imageMary I Collection: 2832702; out of copyright

2832702; out of copyright

Background imageMary I Collection: Bust of Mary I, Queen of England, to the left in an oval frame with inscription in Latin

Bust of Mary I, Queen of England, to the left in an oval frame with inscription in Latin, print maker: Frans Huys (mentioned on object), Dating 1546 - 1562

Background imageMary I Collection: MARY I (1516-1558). Queen of England and Ireland. Etching, English, 1882

MARY I (1516-1558). Queen of England and Ireland. Etching, English, 1882

Background imageMary I Collection: QUEEN MARY I OF ENGLAND. Queen of England, 1553-58. Oil on panel, 17th century

QUEEN MARY I OF ENGLAND. Queen of England, 1553-58. Oil on panel, 17th century, by unknown artist



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"Mary I: A Portrait of Power and Controversy" In the captivating portrait by Simon Renard, we catch a glimpse of Mary I, the first queen regnant of England. Painted in 1553, this oil on panel masterpiece captures her regal presence and determination. As we delve into Mary Tudor's life, we discover various artifacts that shed light on her reign. The metal sculpture from the 16th century portrays her strength and resilience amidst political turmoil. J. Hooper's intriguing artwork from 1830 leaves us wondering about his connection to Mary I. Winchester Cathedral holds an exquisite chair believed to have been used by Queen Mary Tudor herself. Crafted with precision by Kerr, it serves as a tangible link to her royal heritage. Love also played a role in Mary's life; Charles Brandon, Duke of Suffolk was not only her brother-in-law but also someone she loved deeply. Their union is immortalized in an enchanting painting from 1902. J Adam's portrayal of Queen Mary I in 1796 showcases her majesty and grace—a testament to her enduring legacy. Emperor Charles V's letter to Queen Mary provides insight into their complex relationship during a critical period in history. Lady Mary, daughter of King Henry VIII, is depicted beautifully in an engraving from 1812—her elegance reminiscent of her mother Catherine of Aragon. However, another queen named Mary emerges—the ill-fated Scottish monarch known as "Queen of Scots. " Her tumultuous life unfolds through portraits and engravings that capture both moments of triumph and tragedy. The execution scene painted by an unknown artist in 1871 evokes deep emotion as we witness the somber procession leading up to Queen Mary Stuart's untimely demise—an event etched forever into history books. Finally, John Foxe's woodcut depicting martyrdom reminds us how religious conflicts shaped Queen Mary I’s reign—her efforts to restore Catholicism leading to persecution and division.