Anne Boleyn - Behind The Myths

Description: Anne Boleyn is instantly recognisable, and yet there is but one image of her in existence, which is only barely visible due to damage. So what did she look like? What did image mean to Anne, and how did she use her image to her Advantage? Many myths have arisen surrounding Anne's appearance which have confused the reality. Anne Boleyn is known for her scandalous relationship with Henry VIII, and because she lost her head. There have been many interpretations of her life, on the page and screen, and many have been riddled with the bias superstition that arose following her death. Anne was a deeply religious, dedicated person, who defied convention and who supported a radical and dangerous belief. Her existence created the most shocking decisions that would change the course of History forever. Anne Boleyn was crowned Queen on 1st June 1533. There have been many accounts of the celebrations, some claiming that it was a triumphant success, and others that it was a terrific failure. Anne, who was obsessed by detail, ensured that her coronation would be as successful, if not better than her predecessors, and she certainly succeeded. The event would begin her Thousand Day rule with all the power and flamboyancy that could be found in Anne herself.