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Tudor Scroll Bag
This gorgeous bag is handmade and features:-
- Tudor Scroll design with a capital letter of your choice
- Beautiful black velvet
- Lining – The bag is fully lined
- Dimensions of 8 inches by 10 inches
- Shoulder strap – This measures 38-40 inches so that the bag can be worn on the shoulder or across the body
- Your choice of thread colors for the scroll and letter
It’s the ideal accessory for any outfit and is just perfect for carrying around at Renaissance Faires.
Kris has a wide choice of thread colors so please choose what colors you’d like for the letter and scroll design and email orders@theanneboleynfiles.com after you have ordered your bag.
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Tudor Rose Bag
This gorgeous bag is handmade and features:-
- The Tudor Rose design on its front flap – Drawn and digitised by the very talented Kris, who makes our Tudor dresses
- Beautiful black velvet
- Lining – The bag is fully lined
- Dimensions of 8 inches by 10 inches
- Shoulder strap
It’s the ideal accessory for any outfit and is just perfect for carrying around at Renaissance Faires.
See “More Details” for photos.
Elizabeth I Coronation Bookmark
A distinctive bookmark featuring Elizabeth I’s coronation portrait, just perfect for a Tudor history bookworm.
- Image is printed with archival inks and materials and is protected by a clear, durable, flawless and archival resin.
- Tartx bookmarks come packaged ready for gift giving and complete with a velvet bag for safe keeping.
- Choose between smooth finish antiqued pewter or Hammered style textured antiqued pewter.
- Mounting is Silver Plated Britannia Pewter approx. 20mm with a 12mm (1/2 inch) opening.
- The back of the mounting features an oxidized leaf design.
- All components are completely lead free.
- Dimensions: 5 3/4 inches x inches
Elizabeth I Coronation Paperweight
This beautiful paperweight features Queen Elizabeth I in her Coronation Robes patterned with Tudor roses and trimmed with ermine.
- Superb quality, crystal clear handcrafted flat round glass paperweight.
- Comes packaged with care in a lovely gift box.
- Large Paperweight approx. 12 oz. Dimensions: Approx. 3 5/8″ x 3/4″ Deep.
- Food Safe, Hand wipe clean.
- Meticulously made in Colorado, USA, and shipped worldwide.
Anne Boleyn Bookmark
A distinctive bookmark for when it is time for us bibliophiles to put down our books. This Anne Boleyn bookmark features:-
- An image of a collage by Tiffini Elektra (TartX) of the famous Anne Boleyn with Rose portrait, printed with archival inks and protected by a clear, durable, flawless and archival resin.
- A velvet bag for safe keeping.
- A choice of smooth finish antiqued pewter or Hammered style textured antiqued pewter.
- A mounting of Silver Plated Britannia Pewter approx. 20mm with a 12mm (1/2 inch) opening.
- An oxidized leaf design.
- Lead-free components.
- Dimensions: 5 3/4 inches x inches
See “More Details” for slideshow of images.
Falcon Pecking Pomegranate Wallhanging
Erin took this stunning wall hanging image from a music book said to have been owned by Anne Boleyn – perhaps a gift from her friend, court musician Mark Smeaton. It features a falcon, the symbol of the Boleyn family, pecking at a Pomegranate, the symbol of Katherine of Aragon, Henry VIIIs first wife. It is believed this symbol was drawn after Anne had agreed to marry Henry, during the long years he pursued a divorce from his first wife.
Erin takes the image, transfers it on to weaver’s cloth and then punches tiny loops using a special twice threaded needle and hand dyed embroidery floss. Her punch needle tool is adjustable, so she is able to play with different layers. The pomegranates are done on a higher setting, as well as the Falcon’s wing – which adds lovely dimension and depth.
The punch needle portion is 4 1/4″ wide by 3″ tall. It is complimented by a sumptuous ornate 5″ x 7″ frame. The frame is 9 1/2″ wide by 7 1/2″ tall on the outside. See “More Details” for slideshow.
You can see the original image from Anne’s music book at http://www.flickr.com/photos/20631910@N03/2650934154, little_miss_sunnydale’s photostream.
More Details Punchneedle, or Needle Punch, is an ancient rug-hooking technique shrunken down onto a much smaller scale and uses a special twice-threaded hollow needle, embroidery floss and weaver's cloth. Punchneedle is basically "punching" the threaded needle into the weaver's cloth over and over making hundreds, sometimes thousands of little loops. It is very time consuming and the wall hanging can take eleven to twelve hours of punching.
This wallhanging is handmade by Erin in the USA and shipped worldwide.
Declare I Dare Not Wall Hanging
“On Shrove Tuesday, 1526, Henry VIII appeared with the intriguing motto “Declare, je nos” (Declare, I Dare Not) embroidered on his magnificent jousting costume of cloth of gold and silver; above the words was emblazoned a man’s heart engulfed in flames. Such courtly devices were not uncommon, but in this case it seems that the King really had fallen passionately in love- probably for the first time in his life. The object of the royal affections was Anne Boleyn. ”
- ‘Henry VIII and His Court’ by Alison Weir
Though the jousting costume of Henry VIII with this device is long gone, Erin has designed this punch needle wall hanging as her interpretation of what the badge may have looked like – almost 485 years ago. Complete with emblazoned heart and two Tudor roses, this wall hanging would be the perfect gift for the forbidden love in your life!
The frame is a hand-painted wooden 6″ by 8″ frame. Pictured metal frame holder/stand is not included. Hanging hardware is on the back.
More Details Punchneedle, or Needle Punch, is an ancient rug-hooking technique shrunken down onto a much smaller scale and uses a special twice-threaded hollow needle, embroidery floss and weaver's cloth.
This wallhanging is handmade by Erin in the USA and shipped worldwide.
Set of Six Wives Sachets
Can’t decide on a sachet? Buy all six!
These handmade, hanging, punchneedle pillows are rectangular shaped sachets filled with pure lavender. Hang anywhere in your home or slip inside your pillowcase, drawer or closet, display on a shelf or on your Christmas tree.
The designs were taken from each of Henry VIII’s wives Royal Badges. Erin transfers the image on to weaver’s cloth and punches tiny loops using a special twice threaded needle and hand dyed embroidery floss. Once the pattern is complete she sews it together with decorative fabric and stuffs it with lavender.
More Details The sachet is approximately 3" wide by 4" tall, but could vary just slightly as each is handmade by the artist.
This item is a custom order that will take up to four weeks to create before it is ready to ship because each sachet takes around 8 hours to make.
Some elements may vary just slightly depending upon availability of products needed to create the sachet.
Anne Boleyn Wallhanging
This stunning punchneedle wall hanging features a design taken from Queen Anne Boleyn’s badge. It is handmade by Erin who transfers the design on to weaver’s cloth and punches tiny loops using a special twice threaded needle and hand dyed embroidery floss.
The punch needle portion is 4″ wide by 6″ tall – but will vary slightly as it is completely handmade. It comes in this sumptuous ornate 5″ x 7″ golden frame.
The hanging features Anne Boleyn’s royal badge which incorporated the following symbols:-
Falcon – One who does not rest until objective achieved.
Crown – The imperial crown reflecting Henry’s power as an emperor of his own kingdom and his rejection of papal authority.
Sceptre – Light, Life and spirituality, and also Anne’s God-given authority as Queen.
Roses – Hope (red) and Joy (white), also the Lancaster and York roses. These roses burst forth out of a barren stump reflecting Anne’s hope of continuing the Tudor line by giving Henry children.
The Color Blue – Truth and Loyalty.
It also features Anne Boleyn’s cipher, “AR”, Anna Regina.
See “More Details” for size and the time it takes to make.
More Details Punchneedle, is an ancient rug-hooking technique shrunken down onto a much smaller scale and uses a special twice-threaded hollow needle, embroidery floss and weaver's cloth.
Punchneedle is basically "punching" the threaded needle into the weaver's cloth over and over making hundreds, sometimes thousands of little loops. It is very time consuming, the Anne Boleyn wall hanging can take eleven to twelve hours of punching.
Elizabeth I Balsam Fir Sachet
This gorgeous ornate punch needle sachet depicts Queen Elizabeth I’s signature and the symbol of the Tudor Rose. Elizabeth’s signature has metallic thread weaved throughout. The “R” at the end of her name is for “Regina” -the Latin for Queen. The Tudor Rose is three dimensional, with the outer most petals the longest.
It is filled with pure Maine Balsam Fir for a refreshing relaxing scent.
Erin transfers the design on to weaver’s cloth and tiny loops are punched using a special twice threaded needle and hand dyed embroidery floss. Once the pattern is complete it is then sewn together with decorative fabric and stuffed.
See “More Details” for size and the time it takes to make.
More Details The sachet is 4 1/2" tall by 5" wide but could vary just slightly as each is handmade by the artist.
Punchneedle, is an ancient rug-hooking technique shrunken down onto a much smaller scale and uses a special twice-threaded hollow needle, embroidery floss and weaver's cloth. Punchneedle is basically "punching" the threaded needle into the weaver's cloth over and over making hundreds, sometimes thousands of little loops. It is very time consuming, a small sachet can take seven to eight hours of punching.
This item is a custom order that will take up to two weeks (14 full days) to create before it is ready to ship.
Some elements may vary just slightly depending upon availability of products needed to create the sachet.
Anne Boleyn Lavender Sachet
This handmade, hanging, punchneedle pillow is a rectangular shaped sachet filled with pure lavender. Hang anywhere in your home or slip inside your pillowcase, drawer or closet.
The sachet features Anne Boleyn’s royal badge which incorporated the following symbols:-
Falcon – One who does not rest until objective achieved.
Crown – The imperial crown reflecting Henry’s power as an emperor of his own kingdom and his rejection of papal authority.
Sceptre – Light, Life and spirituality, and also Anne’s God-given authority as Queen.
Roses – Hope (red) and Joy (white), also the Lancaster and York roses. These roses burst forth out of a barren stump reflecting Anne’s hope of continuing the Tudor line by giving Henry children.
The Color Blue – Truth and Loyalty.
Erin transfers the design on to weaver’s cloth and tiny loops are punched using a special twice threaded needle and hand dyed embroidery floss. Once the pattern is complete it is then sewn together with decorative fabric and stuffed. The design also features Anne’s cipher, “AR”, ‘Anna Regina’.
See “More Details” for size and the time it takes to make.
More Details The sachet is approximately 3" wide by 4" tall, but could vary just slightly as each is handmade by the artist.
Punchneedle, is an ancient rug-hooking technique shrunken down onto a much smaller scale and uses a special twice-threaded hollow needle, embroidery floss and weaver's cloth. Punchneedle is basically "punching" the threaded needle into the weaver's cloth over and over making hundreds, sometimes thousands of little loops. It is very time consuming, a small sachet can take seven to eight hours of punching.
Lavender is said to have the most extensive range of properties for aromatherapy. It has been used as an antibiotic, anti depressant, anti septic, bactericidal, insect repellent, sedative and an immune booster to name but a few! Most of all, this sachet is calming, and soothing.
This item is a custom order that will take up to two weeks (14 full days) to create before it is ready to ship.
Some elements may vary just slightly depending upon availability of products needed to create the sachet.
Katherine Parr Lavender Sachet
This handmade, hanging, punchneedle pillow is a rectangular shaped sachet filled with pure lavender. Hang anywhere in your home or slip inside your pillowcase, drawer or closet.
The design was taken from the badge of Queen Katherine Parr which depicted a maiden growing out of a Tudor Rose, meant to symbolize youth, freshness, and innocence.
Erin transfers the design onto weaver’s cloth and tiny loops are punched using a special twice threaded needle and hand dyed embroidery floss. Once the pattern is complete it is then sewn together with decorative fabric and stuffed.
See “More Details” for size and the time it takes to make.
More Details The sachet is approximately 3" wide by 4" tall, but could vary just slightly as each is handmade by the artist.
Punchneedle, is an ancient rug-hooking technique shrunken down onto a much smaller scale and uses a special twice-threaded hollow needle, embroidery floss and weaver's cloth. Punchneedle is basically "punching" the threaded needle into the weaver's cloth over and over making hundreds, sometimes thousands of little loops. It is very time consuming, a small sachet can take seven to eight hours of punching.
Lavender is said to have the most extensive range of properties for aromatherapy. It has been used as an antibiotic, anti depressant, anti septic, bactericidal, insect repellent, sedative and an immune booster to name but a few! Most of all, this sachet is calming, and soothing.
This item is a custom order that will take up to two weeks (14 full days) to create before it is ready to ship.
Some elements may vary just slightly depending upon availability of products needed to create the sachet.
Katherine Howard Lavender Sachet
This handmade, hanging, punchneedle pillow is a rectangular shaped sachet filled with pure lavender. Hang anywhere in your home or slip inside your pillowcase, drawer or closet.
The design is taken from the badge of Katherine Howard which featured a thornless Tudor Rose. Henry VIII called his ill-fated fith wife his “rose without a thorn” because he thought that she was perfect and unspoiled.
Erin transfers the design onto weaver’s cloth and tiny loops are punched using a special twice threaded needle and hand dyed embroidery floss. Once the pattern is complete it is then sewn together with decorative fabric and stuffed.
See “More Details” for size and the time it takes to make.
More Details The sachet is approximately 3" wide by 4" tall, but could vary just slightly as each is handmade by the artist.
Punchneedle, is an ancient rug-hooking technique shrunken down onto a much smaller scale and uses a special twice-threaded hollow needle, embroidery floss and weaver's cloth. Punchneedle is basically "punching" the threaded needle into the weaver's cloth over and over making hundreds, sometimes thousands of little loops. It is very time consuming, a small sachet can take seven to eight hours of punching.
Lavender is said to have the most extensive range of properties for aromatherapy. It has been used as an antibiotic, anti depressant, anti septic, bactericidal, insect repellent, sedative and an immune booster to name but a few! Most of all, this sachet is calming, and soothing.
This item is a custom order that will take up to two weeks (14 full days) to create before it is ready to ship.
Some elements may vary just slightly depending upon availability of products needed to create the sachet.
Anne of Cleves Lavender Sachet
This handmade, hanging, punchneedle pillow is a rectangular shaped sachet filled with pure lavender. Hang anywhere in your home or slip inside your pillowcase, drawer or closet.
The design was taken from the royal badge of Queen Anne of Cleves. Is that a lemon? No. But it might as well be – considering Henry’s sour attitude towards his fourth wife. The symbol is a golden escarbuncle which depicts supremacy. It is transferred on to weaver’s cloth and tiny loops are punched using a special twice threaded needle and hand dyed embroidery floss. Once the pattern is complete it is then sewn together with decorative fabric and stuffed.
It also features Anne’s royal cipher, “AR”, meaning Anne Regina (Regina being the Latin for Queen).
See “More Details” for size and the time it takes to make.
More Details The sachet is approximately 3" wide by 4" tall, but could vary just slightly as each is handmade by the artist.
Punchneedle, is an ancient rug-hooking technique shrunken down onto a much smaller scale and uses a special twice-threaded hollow needle, embroidery floss and weaver's cloth. Punchneedle is basically "punching" the threaded needle into the weaver's cloth over and over making hundreds, sometimes thousands of little loops. It is very time consuming, a small sachet can take seven to eight hours of punching.
Lavender is said to have the most extensive range of properties for aromatherapy. It has been used as an antibiotic, anti depressant, anti septic, bactericidal, insect repellent, sedative and an immune booster to name but a few! Most of all, this sachet is calming, and soothing.
This item is a custom order that will take up to two weeks (14 full days) to create before it is ready to ship.
Some elements may vary just slightly depending upon availability of products needed to create the sachet.
Jane Seymour Lavender Sachet
This handmade, hanging, punchneedle pillow is a rectangular shaped sachet filled with pure lavender. Hang anywhere in your home or slip inside your pillowcase, drawer or closet.
The design was taken from the Queen Jane Seymour’s Royal Badge, a Phoenix rising from a Tower, with Tudor roses meant to indicate the heirs she would bear for Henry VIII. The phoenix symbolizes resurrections and its appearance on Jane Seymour’s Royal Badge was to show that the tumultuous era of Anne Boleyn was over, and that England would arise again with a new hope for succession. The roses represented the offspring that Henry VIII and Jane hoped to have.
Erin transfers the design on to weaver’s cloth and tiny loops are punched using a special twice threaded needle and hand dyed embroidery floss. Once the pattern is complete it is then sewn together with decorative fabric and stuffed.
It also features Jane’s royal cipher, “JR”, meaning Jane Regina. (Regina being the Latin for Queen)
See “More Details” for size and the time it takes to make.
More Details The sachet is approximately 3" wide by 4" tall, but could vary just slightly as each is handmade by the artist.
Punchneedle, is an ancient rug-hooking technique shrunken down onto a much smaller scale and uses a special twice-threaded hollow needle, embroidery floss and weaver's cloth. Punchneedle is basically "punching" the threaded needle into the weaver's cloth over and over making hundreds, sometimes thousands of little loops. It is very time consuming, a small sachet can take seven to eight hours of punching.
Lavender is said to have the most extensive range of properties for aromatherapy. It has been used as an antibiotic, anti depressant, anti septic, bactericidal, insect repellent, sedative and an immune booster to name but a few! Most of all, this sachet is calming, and soothing.
This item is a custom order that will take up to two weeks (14 full days) to create before it is ready to ship.
Some elements may vary just slightly depending upon availability of products needed to create the sachet.
Katherine of Aragon Lavender Sachet
This handmade, hanging, punchneedle pillow is a rectangular shaped sachet filled with pure lavender. Hang anywhere in your home or slip inside your pillowcase, drawer or closet.
The design was taken from the Queen Katherine of Aragon’s Royal Badge, the Pomegranate of Spain, which symbolized fertility and abundance. The design is transferred on weaver’s cloth and tiny loops are punched using a special twice threaded needle and hand dyed embroidery floss. Once the pattern is complete it is then sewn together with decorative fabric and stuffed. The sachet also features Katherine’s royal cipher, KR, meaning Katherine Regina (Regina being the Latin for Queen).
See “More Details” for size and the time it takes to make.
More Details The sachet is approximately 3" wide by 4" tall, but could vary just slighty as each is handmade by Erin. This item is a custom order that will take up to two weeks (14 full days) to create before it is ready to ship.
Punchneedle, is an ancient rug-hooking technique shrunken down onto a much smaller scale and uses a special twice-threaded hollow needle, embroidery floss and weaver's cloth. Punchneedle is basically "punching" the threaded needle into the weaver's cloth over and over making hundreds, sometimes thousands of little loops. It is very time consuming, a small sachet can take seven to eight hours of punching.
Lavender is said to have the most extensive range of properties for aromatherapy. It has been used as an antibiotic, anti depressant, anti septic, bactericidal, insect repellent, sedative and an immune booster to name but a few! Most of all, this sachet is calming, and soothing.
Some elements may vary just slightly depending upon availability of products needed to create the sachet.
Princess Elizabeth Paperweight
This paperweight features Tiffini Elektra’s collage of the portrait of Queen Elizabeth I as Princess Elizabeth Tudor.
- Superb quality, crystal clear handcrafted flat round glass paperweight.
- Comes packaged with care in a lovely gift box.
- Large Paperweight approx. 12 oz. Dimensions: Approx. 3 5/8″ x 3/4″ Deep.
- Food Safe, Hand wipe clean.
- Meticulously made in Colorado, USA.
Anne Boleyn Wine Stopper
Red or white, day or night these wine stoppers are fantastic for keeping wine from spilling and preventing oxygen from getting to, and spoiling, wine. Plus while you enjoy your wine you can think of your favourite heroine, Anne Boleyn!
- Solid Stainless steel bottle stopper will never pit from the acids in red wine or vinegars and is safe for long term storage.
- Stopper has a distinctive ribbed rubber neck for a sure but gentle seal.
- Comes complete with a merlot colored satin pouch for safe keeping.
- Image of Tiffini Elektra’s (Tartx) collage of the famous Anne Boleyn with Rose portrait.
- Image is printed with archival inks and materials and is protected by a clear, durable, flawless and archival resin.
- Dimensions approx: 1.25 inches by 4 inches; Image is approx. 1 inch.
See “More Details” for slideshow
Anne Boleyn Gift Enclosures
Whether for an exciting occasion or just to jot a little note for that special someone there are endless uses for these sweet enclosure cards featuring Tiffini Elektra’s (TartX) collage of the portrait of Anne Boleyn holding the rose.
- These fabulous enclosure cards come packed with color coordinating mini card sleeve envelopes.
- Dimensions: 3.5″ x 2″ satin matte, 15 pt. professionally printed card stock with rounded corners.
- Pack contains 10 enclosure cards
- Best Price: 10 packs (100 cards) for $72.00 – a saving of $18!
See “More Details” for slideshow showing front and back views of gift enclosures.
Anne Boleyn Brass Rubbing
This brass rubbing is made from a brass of Anne Boleyn from Westminster Abbey Brass Rubbing Centre which closed down in the 1990s. Fortunately, Kris was able to purchase the brass so we can now offer these lovely rubbings.
The Anne Boleyn brass rubbing measures approximately 10 by 17 inches. It has been made with gold heelball on black paper produced specifically for brass rubbing and will arrive ready for mounting and framing.
More Details Monumental brasses were produced between 1000 – 1650 AD as a commemoration to the dead, or as a special church related event.
Today, only approximately 8,000 monumental brasses are left. Because the metal and enamel used to create these monuments were such precious commodities, many were destroyed and melted down to create armament. In addition, many of the brasses were destroyed during the various religious uprisings in Great Britain and the continent.
Brass rubbings are done by stretching a linen rag paper over the deeply etched monumental brass that is usually found at the gravesite. After securing the paper, heelball (a very hard wax) is rubbed vigorously over the paper surface to get an exact copy of the brass plate. A single rubbing can take from 2 hours to 2 days to complete depending on its size, condition and complexity.
The brass rubbing is shipped by standard first class or standard international first class.
Elizabeth I Brass Rubbing
This brass rubbing is made from a brass of the iconic queen and daughter of Anne Boleyn, Queen Elizabeth I, from Westminster Abbey Brass Rubbing Centre which closed down in the 1990s. Fortunately, Kris was able to purchase the brass so we can now offer these lovely rubbings.The Elizabeth I brass rubbing measures approximately 10 by 17 inches. It has been made with gold heelball on black paper produced specifically for brass rubbing and will arrive ready for mounting and framing.
It will be shipped from the USA.
More Details Monumental brasses were produced between 1000 – 1650 AD as a commemoration to the dead, or as a special church related event.
Today, only approximately 8,000 monumental brasses are left. Because the metal and enamel used to create these monuments were such precious commodities, many were destroyed and melted down to create armament. In addition, many of the brasses were destroyed during the various religious uprisings in Great Britain and the continent.
Brass rubbings are done by stretching a linen rag paper over the deeply etched monumental brass that is usually found at the gravesite. After securing the paper, heelball (a very hard wax) is rubbed vigorously over the paper surface to get an exact copy of the brass plate. A single rubbing can take from 2 hours to 2 days to complete depending on its size, condition and complexity.
The brass rubbing is shipped by standard first class or standard international first class.
Henry VIII Brass Rubbing
This brass rubbing is made from a brass of Henry VIII from Westminster Abbey Brass Rubbing Centre which closed down in the 1990s. Fortunately, Kris was able to purchase the brass so we can now offer these lovely rubbings.The Henry VIII brass rubbing measures approximately 10 by 17 inches. It has been made with gold heelball on black paper produced specifically for brass rubbing and will arrive ready for mounting and framing.
This rubbing is shipped from the USA.
More Details Monumental brasses were produced between 1000 – 1650 AD as a commemoration to the dead, or as a special church related event.
Today, only approximately 8,000 monumental brasses are left. Because the metal and enamel used to create these monuments were such precious commodities, many were destroyed and melted down to create armament. In addition, many of the brasses were destroyed during the various religious uprisings in Great Britain and the continent.
Brass rubbings are done by stretching a linen rag paper over the deeply etched monumental brass that is usually found at the gravesite. After securing the paper, heelball (a very hard wax) is rubbed vigorously over the paper surface to get an exact copy of the brass plate. A single rubbing can take from 2 hours to 2 days to complete depending on its size, condition and complexity.
The brass rubbing is shipped by standard first class or standard international first class.
William Shakespeare Brass Rubbing
This brass rubbing is made from a brass of “The Bard”, the famous Elizabethan playwright William Shakespeare, from Westminster Abbey Brass Rubbing Centre which closed down in the 1990s. Fortunately, Kris was able to purchase the brass so we can now offer these lovely rubbings.The William Shakespeare brass rubbing measures approximately 15 by 20 inches. It has been made with gold heelball on black paper produced specifically for brass rubbing and will arrive ready for mounting and framing.
This rubbing is shipped from the USA.
More Details Monumental brasses were produced between 1000 – 1650 AD as a commemoration to the dead, or as a special church related event.
Today, only approximately 8,000 monumental brasses are left. Because the metal and enamel used to create these monuments were such precious commodities, many were destroyed and melted down to create armament. In addition, many of the brasses were destroyed during the various religious uprisings in Great Britain and the continent.
Brass rubbings are done by stretching a linen rag paper over the deeply etched monumental brass that is usually found at the gravesite. After securing the paper, heelball (a very hard wax) is rubbed vigorously over the paper surface to get an exact copy of the brass plate. A single rubbing can take from 2 hours to 2 days to complete depending on its size, condition and complexity.
The brass rubbing is shipped by standard first class or standard international first class.
Thomas Boleyn Brass Rubbing
Sir Thomas Boleyn’s brass is located in Hever, Kent, Great Britain. Sir Thomas was the father of Anne Boleyn, the second wife of Henry VIII, and grandfather to Elizabeth I.
In this brass, he is depicted as wearing full Garter robes and regalia comprising the coronet, a collar of Tudor roses, the badge of the order on his left shoulder, and the garter itself, below the left knee. Sir Thomas became very powerful during the reigns of the Tudors and was married to Elizabeth Howard, daughter of the Duke of Norfolk. His daughters were both involved with Henry VIII, with Mary being the King’s mistress and Anne becoming the King’s second wife. His son George Boleyn was executed for treason and for committing incest with Anne.Sir Thomas measures approximately 15 by 35 inches. He has been made with gold heelball on black paper produced specifically for brass rubbing and will arrive ready for mounting and framing.
More Details Monumental brasses were produced between 1000 – 1650 AD as a commemoration to the dead, or as a special church related event.
Today, only approximately 8,000 monumental brasses are left. Because the metal and enamel used to create these monuments were such precious commodities, many were destroyed and melted down to create armament. In addition, many of the brasses were destroyed during the various religious uprisings in Great Britain and the continent.
Brass rubbings are done by stretching a linen rag paper over the deeply etched monumental brass that is usually found at the gravesite. After securing the paper, heelball (a very hard wax) is rubbed vigorously over the paper surface to get an exact copy of the brass plate. A single rubbing can take from 2 hours to 2 days to complete depending on its size, condition and complexity.
The brass rubbing is shipped by standard first class or standard international first class.
Limited Edition Thomas Boleyn Brass Rubbing
This limited edition rubbing is taken from from the original brass at Hever, rather than the smaller reproduction brass, so Kris only has a limited number of this rubbing.
It is gold on black and measures approximately 30 by 72 inches, so is a large rubbing, around twice the size of the standard Thomas Boleyn rubbing.
Sir Thomas was the father of Anne Boleyn, the second wife of Henry VIII, and grandfather to Elizabeth I.
In this brass, he is depicted as wearing full Garter robes and regalia comprising the coronet, a collar of Tudor roses, the badge of the order on his left shoulder, and the garter itself, below the left knee. Sir Thomas became very powerful during the reigns of the Tudors and was married to Elizabeth Howard, daughter of the Duke of Norfolk. His daughters were both involved with Henry VIII, with Mary being the King’s mistress and Anne becoming the King’s second wife. His son George Boleyn was executed for treason and for committing incest with Anne. This rubbing has been made with gold heelball on black paper produced specifically for brass rubbing and will arrive ready for mounting and framing.
More Details Monumental brasses were produced between 1000 – 1650 AD as a commemoration to the dead, or as a special church related event.
Today, only approximately 8,000 monumental brasses left. Because the metal and enamel used to create these monuments were such precious commodities, many were destroyed and melted down to create armament. In addition, many of the brasses were destroyed during the various religious uprisings in Great Britain and the continent.
Brass rubbings are done by stretching a linen rag paper over the deeply etched monumental brass that is usually found at the gravesite. After securing the paper, heelball (a very hard wax) is rubbed vigorously over the paper surface to get an exact copy of the brass plate. A single rubbing can take from 2 hours to 2 days to complete depending in its size, condition, and complexity.
Lady Katherine Howard Brass Rubbing
This rubbing is of Lady Katherine Howard d. 1535. Lady Howard was the aunt to Queen Anne Boleyn, the ill fated second wife of Henry VIII.
Lady Howard is depicted wearing a heraldic mantle, a form of dress for which there seems to be no evidence in real life, but which afforded an opportunity for identifying women of gentle birth in art. It carries the coat of arms of both she and her husband. At her feet is a squirrel. This is an unusual animal to be seen in brasses. However it could be explained by the fact that during the Middle Ages, they were kept as pets. The Lady Howard rubbing measures approximately 15 by 35 inches. It has been made with gold heelball on black paper produced specifically for brass rubbing and will arrive ready for mounting and framing.
This brass rubbing is made from a reproduction brass from Westminster Abbey. It is identical to the original brass in every way except size.
More Details Monumental brasses were produced between 1000 – 1650 AD as a commemoration to the dead, or as a special church related event.
Today, only approximately 8,000 monumental brasses are left. Because the metal and enamel used to create these monuments were such precious commodities, many were destroyed and melted down to create armament. In addition, many of the brasses were destroyed during the various religious uprisings in Great Britain and the continent.
Brass rubbings are done by stretching a linen rag paper over the deeply etched monumental brass that is usually found at the gravesite. After securing the paper, heelball (a very hard wax) is rubbed vigorously over the paper surface to get an exact copy of the brass plate. A single rubbing can take from 2 hours to 2 days to complete depending on its size, condition and complexity.
The brass rubbing is shipped by standard first class or standard international first class.
Anne Boleyn Glass Round Paperweight
This pretty Anne Boleyn paperweight features an image from a collage by Tiffini Elektra (tartx) of Anne Boleyn holding The Tudor Rose, with pieces of an antique anemone botanical and ornamental papers and bookplates. One of the symbolic meanings of the anemone flower is “forsaken”.
- Superb quality, crystal clear handcrafted flat round glass paperweight.
- Felt backing to protect furniture.
- Comes packaged with care in a lovely gift box.
- Large Paperweight approx. 12 oz. Dimensions: Approx. 3 5/8″ x 3/4″ Deep.
- Meticulously made in Colorado, USA.
Mary Queen of Scots Brass Rubbing
This brass rubbing is made from a brass of Mary Queen of Scots from Westminster Abbey Brass Rubbing Centre which closed down in the 1990s. Fortunately, Kris was able to purchase the brass so we can now offer these lovely rubbings.
Mary Queen of Scots was Elizabeth I’s main rival for the throne of England and was executed in 1587 after being involved in many plots and uprisings.The Mary Queen of Scots brass rubbing measures approximately 15 by 30 inches. It has been made with gold heelball on black paper produced specifically for brass rubbing and will arrive ready for mounting and framing.
More Details Monumental brasses were produced between 1000 – 1650 AD as a commemoration to the dead, or as a special church related event.
Today, only approximately 8,000 monumental brasses are left. Because the metal and enamel used to create these monuments were such precious commodities, many were destroyed and melted down to create armament. In addition, many of the brasses were destroyed during the various religious uprisings in Great Britain and the continent.
Brass rubbings are done by stretching a linen rag paper over the deeply etched monumental brass that is usually found at the gravesite. After securing the paper, heelball (a very hard wax) is rubbed vigorously over the paper surface to get an exact copy of the brass plate. A single rubbing can take from 2 hours to 2 days to complete depending on its size, condition and complexity.
The brass rubbing is shipped by standard first class or standard international first class.
Anne Boleyn Tea Towel
This lovely tea towelfrom Tiffini Elektra (Tartx) features a design based on a vintage engraving of Anne Boleyn along with her signature and the Tudor Rose.
- Superb quality, 100% linen tea towel.
- Hemmed on all four sides with a dual hemstitched border at the top which is decorated with an embroidered floral vine design.
- Damask Tag looped for hanging.
Sorry, we cannot offer gift-wrapping on this item
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More Details * Dimensions: measures approx. 14" x 22".
* Machine wash cold, line dry or tumble dry low, iron when needed.
* Hand screen printed using non toxic, eco-friendly water based textile inks that are soft to the touch and food safe.
* Screen Printed meticulously with love by hand in Colorado, USA.
* Shipping is a flat fee of $2.50 within the US and $4 international.
Anne Boleyn Pocket Mirror
This beautiful and collectible hand pressed 2.25 inch pocket mirror features a collage by Tiffini Elektra (Tartx) of Anne Boleyn holding The Tudor Rose with pieces of an antique anemone botanical and ornamental papers and bookplates.
Tartx pocket mirrors come packaged complete with a velvet bag for safe keeping.
Henry VIII and his Six Wives Drink Charms Set
This set of seven beautiful, unique and collectible wine and beer glass charms feature collages from the renowned artist Tiffini Elektra. They show King Henry VIII, Katherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard and Catherine Parr, and are just perfect for identifying whose drink is whose at parties and get-togethers.
Suction cups for beer glasses are available as an optional extra.
Price is for a set of seven drink charms
Sorry, we cannot offer gift-wrapping on this item
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More Details Various antique botanical pieces, ornamental papers and vintage bookplates with a Tudor rose placed in each of their hands. Many of the flowers were chosen for their symbolic meanings as well.
These handmade bottle cap charms are a fabulous way to accessorize and identify your wine glass, martini glass, margarita glass stems, beer mug handles with unique images in each cap. The inside of the bottle caps are decorated with gems and glitter. The miniature photograph is protected by a durable, archival resin that safeguards the image from water damage and fading.
* Wine Charms will come with wine rings as shown, however, if you have stemless glasses or drink beer instead - you can exchange the rings out and instead add fabulous and functional suction cups.
* The vintage bottle caps are aged bronze on the back and stamped silver or copper with a beautiful ornamental pattern.
* Dimensions: Bottle caps are 1 and 3/16 inch diameter. Made from unused vintage caps with the edges still flared so that they are not sharp.
* Set of seven charms comes packaged with care in a lovely eco-friendly 100% recycled gift box
* Made in Colorado, USA.
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