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Jane Seymour / Robinson
JANE SEYMOUR 3rd wife of Henry VIII; died in childbirth; mother of Edward VI
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1537 Child Birth Died Jane Robinson Seymour Viii
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This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic beauty and tragic fate of Jane Seymour, the third wife of King Henry VIII of England. Daughter of Sir John Seymour and Catherine Parr, Jane rose to prominence at the English court in the late 1530s, becoming a lady-in-waiting to Anne Boleyn, Henry's second queen, who would ultimately meet a tragic end. After Anne's fall from grace and execution, Jane caught the king's eye and was soon married to him in 1536. Jane's pregnancy was a source of great joy to Henry, who had longed for a male heir to secure the Tudor dynasty. The queen gave birth to a son, Edward, on October 12, 1537, but tragically died just 12 days later due to complications from childbirth. Edward would go on to become King Edward VI of England, reigning from 1547 to 1553. This portrait, believed to have been painted around the time of Jane's marriage to Henry, showcases her regal bearing and serene expression. Her elegant attire, adorned with pearls and other precious jewels, underscores her status as a queen consort. The background, with its intricate gold detailing, adds a sense of opulence and grandeur. Despite her brief reign as queen, Jane Seymour remains an enduring figure in English history, remembered not only for her role as a queen and mother but also for her unwavering loyalty and devotion to her king and her son. This poignant portrait serves as a fitting tribute to her legacy and the indelible mark she left on the Tudor dynasty.
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