Tudor England Collection

Actors on stage in the days of Shakespeare
Theatrical performance in the days of Shakespeare. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Shrewsbury, England, in the 1500s
High Street, Shrewsbury, in Tudor England. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Women of Tudor England
City women and a country-woman in Elizabethan England, 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Couples dancing in Tudor England, 1500s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of a painting by Holbein and Janet

The frolic of My Lord of Misrule, illustration from Cassell
STC385314 The frolic of My Lord of Misrule, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Letter from Cranmer to Cromwell thanking him for obtaining the King
STC393370 Letter from Cranmer to Cromwell thanking him for obtaining the Kings authority for Matthews English Bible, 1537, from The Church of England: A History for the People by H.D.M

How Henry VIII had the monks turned out of the monasteries
STC373475 How Henry VIII had the monks turned out of the monasteries, illustration from A History of England by C.R.L. Fletcher and Rudyard Kipling, 1911 (litho) by Ford

Theatrical performance in the time of Shakespeare
View of the old stage and balcony in an Elizabethan theater. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Queen Elizabeth enjoying a play by Shakespeare
One of Shakespeares plays acted before Queen Elizabeth. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

People in Elizabethan England
English merchant (left), noble, and a lady-in-waiting for Elizabeth I. Antique hand-colored print

Early cannon used in battle, early 1500s
English artillery in action during the reign of Henry VIII. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Women in 16th-century England
Lady of the court and a country woman during the reign of Elizabeth I, 1572. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a 16th-century illustration

Tower of London in the late 1500s
Tower of London in Elizabethan England. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 1597 chart

Itinerant actors performing in an inn yard, Elizabethan England
Theater of the Elizabethan Strollers in an inn yard. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Performance of a Mystery Play at Coventry, England, 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut

Globe Theatre in London
Globe Theatre at Southwark, London, where many of Shakespeares plays were performed. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier drawing

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Sailing-ships in Cold Harbor, Thames Street, London, about 1600. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

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Street in London during the reign of Mary I, early 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Step back in time to Tudor England, where the stage comes alive with actors performing the timeless works of Shakespeare. From Shrewsbury, England, in the 1500s to bustling cities like Colchester, witness historic moments like never before. Glimpse into the lives of women in Tudor England as they navigate a society filled with both restrictions and opportunities. Intriguingly captured by GGBR2A-00018, a judge rides out of Colchester after presiding over the trial of Thomas Beche, whose execution looms ominously in the distance. This sepia photo transports us to a world where justice was harsh and unforgiving. Experience merriment and revelry through an enchanting illustration from Cassell's depicting 'The frolic of My Lord of Misrule. ' Immerse yourself in this vibrant celebration that brings joy amidst daily struggles. Delve into history through Cranmer's heartfelt letter to Cromwell expressing gratitude for obtaining King Henry VIII's favor. Discover how this influential monarch orchestrated the dissolution of monasteries, forever altering religious landscapes. Witness Queen Elizabeth herself indulging in one of Shakespeare's plays; her love for literature transcends royal duties as she immerses herself in artistry and storytelling. Explore everyday life during Elizabethan times - ordinary people navigating their way through a rapidly changing world. Marvel at early cannons used on battlefields during the early 1500s - symbols of power and warfare shaping history itself. Finally, gain insight into women's roles within 16th-century English society - their resilience shining through despite societal constraints. Their stories are woven intricately into Tudor tapestries alongside those who shaped nations and empires. Tudor England beckons you with its rich tapestry: a captivating era filled with drama, intrigue, progressions, setbacks – all waiting to be discovered.