January 15, 1559, Queen Elizabeth was crowned Queen of England, reigning until her death on March 24, 1603. Considered by many as England's greatest monarch, closely followed by her namesake, Queen Elizabeth II.
Elizabeth in her coronation robes... painter unknown.
She was known as The Virgin Queen, Gloriana and Good Queen Bess and was one of the strongest monarchs.
Elizabeth was born in Greenwich on September 17, 1533
of King Henry VIII and Anne Bolelyn.
This is called the Darnley portrait... after the owner, as the painter is unknown.
The portrait dates to circa 1575.
This is called the Darnley portrait... after the owner, as the painter is unknown.
The portrait dates to circa 1575.
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Fabulous portraits! An amazing namesake for our current Queen Elizabeth.
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