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Monumental Brass Rubbing, Thomas and Anne Broke
Monumental Brass Rubbing, Thomas Broke and his wife Anne (nee Bulstrode), Ewelme, Oxfordshire.
1518
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1510s 1518 Anne Brass Broke Burial Commemoration Husband Inscription Monumental Oxfordshire Oxon Rubbing Bulstrode Ewelme
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This exquisite monumental brass rubbing dates back to the 1510s and depicts Thomas Broke and his wife Anne (nee Bulstrode) from the parish of Ewelme in Oxfordshire, England. The intricately detailed brass, which was originally affixed to the floor of the parish church, serves as a poignant reminder of the couple's lives and their enduring love. The inscription surrounding them reads, "Orate pro Anna Bulstrode et Thoma Broke quorum animae in pace sint," which translates to "Pray for the souls of Anne Bulstrode and Thomas Broke, may they rest in peace." Thomas Broke, a man of the middle ages, is depicted wearing a tunic and hose, with a gorget around his neck and a mantle draped over his shoulders. His wife Anne, also of the middle ages, is shown wearing a gown with a veil covering her hair. The couple's hands are intertwined, a symbol of their union and their eternal bond. The art of brass rubbing, which involves pressing paper or fabric onto the raised design of a brass plaque to create an impression, was a popular form of commemoration during the medieval period. Brasses were often placed in churches as memorials to the deceased, serving as a tangible reminder of their existence and their place in the community. This particular brass rubbing, which dates from 1518, is a beautiful example of the intricacy and artistry that went into these memorials. The details of Thomas and Anne's clothing, as well as the delicate inscription surrounding them, are all expertly captured in the rubbing. It is a testament to the importance of commemoration and the enduring love between Thomas and Anne, which continues to resonate with viewers over 500 years later.
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