“When I received this [Coronation] ring I solemnly bound myself in marriage to the realm, and it will be quite sufficient for the memorial of my name and for my glory, if, when I die, an inscription be engraved on a marble tomb, saying, “Here lieth Elizabeth, which reigned a virgin, and died a virgin.”” Unfortunately these words had become spasmodically through her reign as Queen. Queen Elizabeth was in a constant battle with Parliament for her to marry and leave an heir to the throne. She never married and did indeed die a virgin. Queen Elizabeth was often depicted in many paintings as a virgin and being of purity, of being of royalty, of strong political mind and striving for peace amongst her kingdom. The depiction of the Queen’s purity and her strive for peace amongst her kingdom, while battling the parliament on not having an heir to the throne and other political obstacles that she was faced with can be symbolized in the painting the “Ermine Portrait”. Notably, that when the Queen or someone commissioned a picture of the Queen, the artist had to be of high distinction and follow all of the guidelines set forth by the Queen. Nicholas Hilliard was a great miniaturist during the late 16th century and early 17th century. Even though he is now credited with painting the “Ermine Portrait” in 1585, William Segar had been attributed with painting it for many years. Nicholas Hilliard was sent away to Geneva as a child by his father to escape the Marian persecution of people who was of the Protestant faith. While in Geneva he lived with John Bodley, who was an allegiant Protestant. Growing up with such a strong Protestant background it is only natural to assume that Hilliard was steadfast in the Protestant belief as well. While wit... ... middle of paper ... ...ourney toward peace, and her strive for justice. Bibliography Chambelin, Fredrick. The Sayings of Queen Elizabeth I. New York: Dodd, Mead and Company, 1923. Grand Ladies. 2009. http://www.gogmsite.net/the_late_farthingale_era_fr/minialbum_queen_elizabeth_o/1585_ermine_portrait_by_nic.html (accessed May 20, 2012). Mueller, Janel. The Correpondence between Queen Elizabeth I and James VI. May 5, 2000. http://fathom.lib.uchicago.edu/1/777777122584/ (accessed May 20, 2012). Strong, Roy. "Gloriana: The Portraits of Queen Elizabeth I." New York: Thames and Hudon, 1987. —. Gloriana: The Portraits of Queen Elizabeth I. New York: Thames and Hudson Inc., 1987. Trueman, Chris. History Learning Site. 2010-2012. http://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/elizabethspain.htm (accessed May 20, 2012). Turner, Jane. The Dictionary of Art. New York: Grove's Dictionaries, 1996.
The painting of Fidelia and Speranza comes from a poem description by Edmund Spenser who is the Elizabeth poet. This poem is
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In the novel The life of Elizabeth I, Elizabeth was known as the “The Virgin Queen”, because she never married. She was born on September 7th, 1533, Elizabeth was the second daughter of King Henry VIII, and the first was Mary. When Elizabeth was about 2 years old her father killed her mother for not having a male to take over the reign. King Henry VIII kept marrying until he got a male heir. His name was Edward VI, but died at a very young age. Mary I then took over and imprisoned Elizabeth thinking that she was plotting something. When Mary I died Elizabeth became queen at 25.
...d with the best gems/ Ever brought into Britain, with bright pennies/ to pay,/ Fair queen, without a flaw,/ She glanced with eyes of grey./ A seemlier that once he saw, In truth, no man could say" (74-85).
Elizabeth the first, born on September 7, 1533, is the most different and intriguing monarch in the English history (Dunn). Elizabeth is known as the Virgin Queen all of her reign. She used that image to keep out of marriage, prevent war and become one of the most beloved monarchs of the people. This image helped her also fend off Mary Queen of Scots claim to the throne. Between her vivacious and often volatile personality she led her kingdom well up until the day she died on March 24, 1603 (Alchin). The kingdom went into genuine morning for their queen of The People who had made herself loved by all of her subjects.
Gender was the leading cause of distress in the 1500’s: King Henry VIII wanted nothing more than to have a son, yet was “cursed” with the legacy of a frail son, whom died before the age of 18 and two daughters, one of whom broke every convention of her gender. Queen Elizabeth I never married nor had children, yet can be considered one of England’s most successful monarchs. By choosing King James VI of Scotland as her heir, unbeknownst to her, she created the line that leads to the modern Queen of England, Elizabeth II. The question posed is then, how did Elizabeth I’s gender affect her rule?
Gender was the leading cause of distress in the 1500’s: King Henry VIII wanted nothing more than to have a son, yet was “cursed” with the legacy of a sickly son, whom died before the age of 18 and two daughters, one of whom broke every convention of her gender. Queen Elizabeth I never married nor had children, yet can be considered one of England’s most successful monarchs. By choosing King James VI of Scotland as her heir, unbeknownst to her, she created the line that leads to the modern Queen of England, Elizabeth II. The question posed is then, how did Elizabeth I’s gender affect her rule?
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Image 4[7] - “Nursing Madonna” or “The Miraculous Lactation of St Bernard” by Alonso Cano in 1650.
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