Anne Boleyn's Re-constructed Face Revealed, with History

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What did Anne Boleyn really look like? After Anne Boleyn’s death, her image was essentially erased from England. The palace walls which once held the initials, H and A, are struck. Her portraits are painted over or destroyed. What we have left of her image is through posthumous portraits - potential copies of copies of a lost original.
We do have one agreed-upon contemporary image, and that is a portrait medal, referred to as the “Moost Happi” medal, that was struck during her lifetime, probably to celebrate her second pregnancy and the upcoming birth of a son. I’ll compare each postulated portrait of Anne to the coin throughout the video to see which match the best.
Anne Boleyn’s body has never been officially exhumed. It was hastily buried at the chapel of St. Peter Ad Vincula, adjacent to the tower, in an old Elm box. Her exact burial spot, under the tiles of the chapel, is unknown. The bones were then examined by a Dr. Mouat. He confirmed that the skeleton was that of a woman between 25 and thirty, with a delicate frame. She was of slender proportions, with a small lower jaw. She also had particularly small vertebrae - Lending credence to the story that she had a “little Neck”, and small, tapered hands and feet. She was between five feet and five foot three. All of these findings match up with the physical descriptions we have of Anne, but there is a possibility the bones are not Anne’s but rather Lady Rochfords or Queen Catherine Howard’s, who were also buried hastily near the same spot.
I've created two brand new portraits - one from the proposed Holbein Sketch, and another from her National Portrait Gallery image, which is thought by many to be potentially the most accurate.
0:00 Introduction
0:52 The Life of Anne Boleyn
11:11 What did Anne Boleyn look like?
12:51 The Body of Anne Boleyn
13:56 Portrait Comparisons - Which is the most accurate?
18:42 Recreation Reveals
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The Life and Death of Anne Boleyn by Eric Ives
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[@christyricker8736]

It makes my heart happy to see recreations of Anne with a smile. History has made her into a harlot and home wrecker, but has forgotten how intriguing and intelligent she was. She is finally being seen in a kinder light.

[@stardustgirl2904]

Ann is a relative of my Father's, so when people talk badly of her it's pretty sad! Maybe they should do a DNA test to see if the skeleton is really her. 💜🙏🏻

[@christyricker8736]

@@stardustgirl2904 I would LOVE for the skeleton to be tested for verification. If it is truly Anne, then I feel like she should be entombed in a place befitting a queen. Henry was a spoiled man-child that wanted anything and everything he pleased. Poor Anne probably would have never carried another child to term, as it is theorized she was Rh negative. Henry was so obsessed with a male heir to even see that he had strong and intelligent girls. I could go on, but I will finish with reiterating that Anne should be treated as the queen she was: intelligent, strong, forward thinking, etc.

[@stardustgirl2904]

@@christyricker8736 I do agree with that, however I think some would think 🤔 that was trying to rewrite history in a way! In my family I grew up knowing who my famous and not so famous ancestors were, it's made me have a love and appreciation for history, and those that lived it! Whether people we're good or bad it all tells a story,we can all share and learn from! I wish more people knew who there ancestors were, it show's you what your capable of if they were strong good people, living to better society! 🙏🏻🪨👍🏻Take care

[@SesameR7sh]

What every fiction of Anne misses out is that she was a dedicated Protestant. A heretic, in Thomas Mores eyes, as was her brother. And was all about the dissolution of the monasteries. She wanted to take that vast wealth and create a universal school system. Imagine England under a RULING Queen Anne: all that money invested in the people, all those bright lower class boys, and maybe girls too, educated, productive ..she was far seeing. But she didn't reckon with her husband's greed or the greed of the nobles. They fell on that wealth and squandered it. Cromwell used it to buy loyalty for Henry. All those ruined abbeys, beautiful buildings that could have been real schools. ...Anne was furious. And she expressed herself. Cromwell and Henry didn't like that. She had also lost her looks with pregnancy. Disappointment, fear, repeated miscarriage. .this video missed out THAT portrait. "That thin old woman" Chapuys called her. "a thin, vicious hack" (horse). Unfortunately this isn't as sexy as home wrecker, etc. She was a highly intelligent woman, of the kind that has no female friends, always surrounded by men, which in those days meant a woman who works have wanted a man's education and freedom. Anne acted as an a man...not "like" a man ..."as" a man, not seeing herself as an inferior species. She forgot the real truth if things, as women like this do: the men control everything, and they let a woman act like that so long as she's bolstering their egos and giving them what they want. She's no Duke of Norfolk, with a huge power base. She's a longer woman and her queenship gave her no power at all. When she fell, she's had not one defender.

[@stardustgirl2904]

@@SesameR7sh If Ann was a protestant why would she want her husband to make the church of England?

[@alessandrastachowiak5294]

This really humanizes a woman that was vilified so harshly. This was so amazing.

[@gato-grande]

PRINCESA LEONOR

[@whalefuhk]

Beyond gorgeous. And a brilliantly educated woman who wasn’t afraid to speak her mind. They were afraid of her potential power and influence- and it’s so beautiful that Elizabeth took after her mother and proved that women can successfully lead.

[@chasealan2166]

There’s something about seeing what someone may have looked like that lived 500 years ago that is just so entirely fascinating to me. Very good job! Thank you! ❤

[@carmengogeidnas9670]

It's it amazing? I really like the modern recreations because it's a reminder that she was probably just a regular girl. Historical figures seem so far away and monolithic, it's interesting to think that they had a lot of the same problems we do today

[@chasealan2166]

@@carmengogeidnas9670 Yes! They seem almost like characters from a fictional story at times. These really do flesh them out in my mind and humanize them in a way. Absolutely love it!

[@tombrown8987]

487

[@jeanandre6998]

Very fascinating

[@TheStephanieBlack]

There’s something radiant about her smiling. You really hit the ball out of the park with this…ABSOLUTELY STUNNING

[@BernieHollandMusic]

I second that comment !

[@JellyBeanInTheNight]

Yes! It matches what I envisioned her charisma to be like.

[@leilaniz5909]

Yeah, she was given veneers and everything

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

19:51 She looks like the actress who starred as the main role in the movie Flashdance.

[@emelynayarit7847]

​@@JellyBeanInTheNightIt is, i saw her once in a dream and her smile is infectious, she looks exactly like the Nidd Hall portrait and the one of the national portrait gallery.

[@yafayafa9601]

U know... i cried while seeing the recreations with her smile!... Whatever her haters may say, she didnt deserve such an end. Thank u for posting this video.

[@RoyaltyNowStudios]

Thank you! The recreations always make me emotional as well 🥰

[@LauraV315]

I cried too 🙌🏽

[@FrankIsAlwaysRight]

She engaged in incest…revolting. She was morally corrupt.

[@nicolec9545]

@@FrankIsAlwaysRight the accusations were never proven, unless it was indeed factual judgement cannot be held over her

[@dantalian269]

@@FrankIsAlwaysRight so did everyone else in her era. U can’t hold her accountable for something that was incredibly widespread and common, even encouraged, during that time. If she lived now and still engaged in incest, that would be different

[@BusterHWJones]

I found myself subconsciously and uncontrollably smiling from your renditions of Anne. Thank you so very much for your work and talent that brings to us so relatable images of people that we do consider from time to time.

[@gato-grande]

PRINCESA LEONOR

[@CherokeeSky34]

What kills me is, somewhere in England or possibly France, in some dark, dusty, forgotten corner of an attic is a contemporary painting of her. She was loved and hated, but those that loved her, even having to appear that they didn't, would have secretly kept SOMETHING of hers. Her family hid something somewhere. Not at Hever but at one of their other houses.

[@elaborat6421]

This actually made me cry at the end. She was so beautiful and unique looking. What a tragic life...Great job on this video.

[@RoyaltyNowStudios]

Thank you! Made me shed a tear or two as well

[@glamsky3257]

Your reconstruction looks nothing like Anne's potrait in the medal.

[@magdalenamrowka4734]

Agree!

[@ramencurry6672]

It is sad. Unfortunately violence against women has not stopped.

[@Obelisk57]

She F'd Queen Catherine over.

[@AK-vv1ur]

Wow. The portrait recreations at 18:59 and 19:38 is simply amazing. If that is how the late Queen Anne Boleyn looked like in real life, she was certainly a beautiful lady. May she rest in peace

[@dianaparker4807]

Honestly most of us see Anne as a beautiful woman here in her recreations and she was indeed! I just think for that time she was just average. I believe during that period men were into "fair ladies" i.e. blondes with blue eyes.

[@AK-vv1ur]

@@dianaparker4807 Exactly. She may not have been the classic English rose where light eyes and blonde hair was the standard, but she was certainly pretty, as seen in these recreations. Not to mention King Henry was deeply infatuated with her passionately and surely part of that would have been based on her physical beauty. After all, he wanted to make her Queen and the mother of his heir so her being “ugly” doesn’t make any sense in that regard.

[@RoSez888]

@@AK-vv1ur I agree. She may not have been THE MOST beautiful among the English women at the Tudor court, but she supposedly entertained the men in that court with her intelligence, humor, quick wit and charm which can make a girl of ordinary beauty stand out in a crowd. It is also rumored that Anne learned a few sexual tricks at the French Court which did not include losing her maidenhead which is why she was a "virgin" on her wedding night.

[@dianaparker4807]

@@AK-vv1ur And let us not forget how picky Henry was about how his wives should look. Anne of Cleves, his German wife, who some people think was the prettiest of all his wives from the portaits of her, Henry said she was ugly and not his taste and the marriage didn't last long because he didn't fancy her in the sack but he was incredibly kind to her. When they divorced he gave a castel to Anne and I believe she had a full staff and was always invited to Henry's Court for holidays etc. It was said Anne of Cleeves was treated like a sister of King Henry. Lucy Lady!!!

[@johnny196775]

@@dianaparker4807 He said that to save his own face... he was unable to perform and so blamed it on her... It was a pitiful slander.

[@S9s9s934]

Her eyes in all 3 renderings show they were her best feature. You can tell by her eyes she was incredibly intelligent and lively.

[@Skyebright1]

Elizabeth inherited her eyes ;)

[@grantavakjan9488]

uhm... that's really far fetched

[@fleetskipper1810]

I I believe that the Holbein sketch portrays Anne the best. The written description of her having a “wide mouth” and black eyes is captured by Holbein in that sketch, as well as her individualistic look. Holbein was a talented sketch artist, not a hack who relied upon the safer, more carituristic artistic patterns typical of that time period. He had come to England for a brief time to do Royal portraitures and to make his name. I think that you can discount the national portrait Gallery pieces because it was an artistic convention by Royal portraitists of that time period to show all royal women with tiny “bow” mouths. For that reason, I think that they are the least accurate portraits of Anne.

[@mollflanders9314]

Truth. Thanks for articulating what I could not say, which is "Why do all these royal ppl look alike?"🤔

[@marys8626]

I agree 100%. I've forgotten where I read it but it was either an Alison Weir book or someone similar which said that Holboen sketch of Anne wearing a hood in profile is likely the most true to life likeness of Anne. The medal which was struck in Anne's lifetime with her motto on it also looks a lot like that sketch too.

[@sinead1328]

@@mollflanders9314 well also inbreeding lol

[@mabel8179]

@@carlomariaromano4320 I have a tiny bow mouth but wish it were larger!

[@davionnscottwhvr1117]

I’m curious as to what do they mean by swarthy, what does that define

[@shadia4978]

I often think of her as one of the documented cases of extreme domestic violence and betrayal. May she rest in peace

[@Uhtredrag1080]

She played the game of thrones and lost. Although she may have been innocent of the charges of treason, she wasn't innocent in the game of politics. She and Her family created many enemies who had the ear of the king. Unfortunately for her, her enemies succeeded in removing her.

[@emilyb5278]

Yes. She never wanted to be married to the king she was in love with another man but her family used her and her sister for financial gain. The girls were too young to be at fault . The Bolyn sisters the book is both historical fact written in fiction it goes into detail how her dad and uncle used her as porn. Is a shit film but the books good

[@dianetanner1880]

WE don't 'rest in peace.' We go on to other experiences. Like the seasons, life is a continuum, culminating in our return back to who we truly are: a part of the Divine Creator. We are the outward manifestation of the Divine Creator.

[@Elly3981]

​@Uhtredrag1080 I think Anne's biggest mistake was thinking that she could control and manipulate King Henry and grossly underestimated how dangerous and unstable he was.

[@johnasti5239]

Yes, Anne was portrayed as home wrecking force for Henry. It is written she was very smart speaking several languges and as you mentioned her independence was an issue with Henry. This is a great portrayal of her and it shows her beauty. No wonder Henry noticed her. Great job!!!!

[@JSAwesomeGuitar]

"The Concubine" is one of the best books about Anne, and seeing these recreations helps bring the book to life!

[@nannettechampeau3453]

I’m an Portrait artist myself and have studied the Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn story religiously. Personally, I feel the Hans Holbein portraits are true portraits of Anne done in her lifetime. I think they survived Henry’s rampage and destruction of her likenesses, because they were merely sketches Holbein did likely to prepare for the oil portraits. Maybe they were stashed away somewhere. The others are merely copies…IMAGINED. IMO

[@chriscunningham8807]

It's sick when abusive men destroy the image of those they violated, betrayed and butchered. Misogyny and entitlement are a toxic and potentially lethal mix.

[@gardensofthegods]

a portrait , not an portrait ... I'm just trying to be helpful ... but yes I agree with you

[@Elly3981]

@@chriscunningham8807 In those days, you only got a portrait or sculpture if you were of high social status. Today, it would be virtually impossible for anyone to destroy all pictures of anyone else since pictures can easily be copied and uploaded on the internet.

[@cincin4515]

@@chriscunningham8807 you are judging a part of history that has long gone. Even now talking like that is unnecessary. There are just as many toxic women.

[@kaveriajake2212]

I agree

[@cakecrumb095]

Let’s say these portraits are close to the actual Anne, I can see why people were mesmerized by her. Her smile is infectious.

[@cincin4515]

They weren't mesmerised by her. She was considered butt ugly by Henry's court. Compared to a man.

[@annalyon2729]

@@jenynz5334 Henry was redhead, so there's that

[@annalyon2729]

@@jenynz5334 Yes, and she propably had that gene but as an inherited dormant gene. Her Mother or father could've been a redhead.

[@bre1408]

@@jenynz5334 he was attracted most likely by her intelligence, she also most likely had auburn hair not black

[@ziranli2527]

@@jenynz5334 It‘s said that Elizabeth used lead powder all her life to cover the dark skin she inherited from her mother, I read it from a book.

[@Avenoiree]

seeing her smile, especially the one at 19:15 choked me up, she was so radiant and beautiful and truly did not deserve the end she got. fantastic work on the portraits! ♥

[@myfanwyrees2987]

I live extremely close to Hampton Court Palace and, no matter how many times I attend, I never fail to be taken back in time. Along a wooden beam are the carved initials of HT(Henry Tudor) and AB. They extend along the beam and then come to a sudden stop. The magnificent portraits “Artist unknown and subject unknown”. One can only imagine who these people, long gone, once were. To have a modern day likeness of Anne is quite remarkable. I can now put a face into history and also those initials. Diolch yn fawr hi 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Thank you very much

[@anasoto3781]

You are so lucky, I dream of the day I can go there. If I lived nearby I would probably go every day. I am obsessed with Tudor history

[@ladyj7262]

I love how you recreated Ann Boleyn's look if she ever did exist in the present time she is absolutely beautiful.

[@davionnscottwhvr1117]

Can you say / I’m curious as to what do they mean by swarthy, what does that define

[@littlemy1773]

@@davionnscottwhvr1117 it means dark skinned, more olive toned to be precise . It can also mean weather beaten but I doubt they meant that unless they were being awful about her

[@jenynz5334]

Why would her daughter be fair, then?

[@kaveriajake2212]

@@jenynz5334 because Henry viii was very fair. Most of the Tudors were fair skinned and red haired. Henry, KoA, EoY, Mary and Elizabeth for example

[@jenynz5334]

@@kaveriajake2212 Yes, but certain genes usually express over others. Redheads need both parents to have the same gene mutation. I just wondered about the description of her and whether she was just more tan or something.

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Anne Boleyn with the French Hood is such an unforgettable look. Wish we could’ve seen more of her portraits.

[@elss8717]

He ry had all her portraits destroyed. Real shame.

[@daisyflower22]

Ann Boleyn is my 12th Great Aunt.

[@kristynbierer9992]

While the Nid Hall Portrait seems to match "The Moost Happi" medal, I've always thought that that particular portrait was either of Katherine of Aragon or Jane Seymore, base on the hood that she's wearing is an English Gabel Hood, which returned to popular court fashion when Jane Seymore was being pursued because of it's modest & pure look. Anne popularized the French Hood, which she wore when she returned from France & became part of Katherine's household as a Lady in Waiting. That could just be me though. Regardless of which portrait, Anne clearly was an alluring woman full of spirit, sparkle, & intelligence. I love the smile that you painted her with! It's infectious & makes you want to sit down with her & be her friend!❤️❤️

[@Judyag1]

Love seeing these recreations. Makes these people seem real and alive

[@eldaroses.g.r.7945]

Anne Boleyn is actually my distant cousin. It’s cool knowing more about her and finding things in common. She was treated so unfairly…

[@XenusMama]

I’m a Boleyn also, the 1st recreation portrait looks almost exactly like my daughter.

[@georgiariches5275]

She’s my distant cousin too!

[@georgiariches5275]

She’s my distant cousin too!

[@eldaroses.g.r.7945]

@dot347 My aunt is a genealogist, and she’s actually got records tracing as far back as Charlemagne (who is related to just about everyone of European descent, apparently). Anne Boleyn’s aunt, also named Anne Boleyn, is my direct ancestor. Ergo, distant cousin.

[@Rooooo11]

Anne Boleyn is fascinating historic figure ! your recreations are amazing ! was so thrilled to see Anne “alive” , thank you 😍👍🏻

[@RoyaltyNowStudios]

She is! My favorite, hence why this video is so long! I couldn’t stop including things.

[@davionnscottwhvr1117]

I’m curious as to what do they mean by swarthy, what does that define

[@CanadianMonarchist]

@@davionnscottwhvr1117 It means tan.

[@BaileeWalsh]

I love that you have the recreations smile! I don't even know if I can properly describe it but the feeling I got at 19:51 with her looking at the viewer and smiling was such a shockwave reminder that, though we are used to seeing historical figures in 2D portraits and illustrations, they were in fact real people as we are now. Of course I know that but it can be difficult to really picture them as they were (as opposed to the drawings and actor portrayals). Especially with the tragic ending of her life, seeing Anne smile here is bittersweet to see. Gosh, my interest in the Tudors peaks every now and then and lately it's been peaked again, and watching this video just makes me want to pick up some biographies or something even more!

[@ProudKansan08]

As a Catholic I have always been an admirer of Anne Boleyn. Ever since I was a small child and saw "Anne of the Thousand Days" in 1970. She is my favorite Queen of all of Henry's wives.

[@AngryxSalmon]

I really can't explain how emotional your videos make me. I've grown up interested in history and trying to see the women beneath the stylized paintings of them, all from hundreds of years ago. Hearing their ACTUAL history too, not just slander or additions from much later, it's just amazing. Thank you for all of your hard work! 🤍🩶🖤

[@robert9495]

She was and still is a beautiful woman and as such a beautiful actress played the role of Anne Boleyn in The Tudors. Natalie Dormer.

[@fitnessandfoodover4085]

I just wish they had Natalie wear dark contact lenses. Anne was known for her beautiful, large dark eyes.

[@shimeyh4032]

This is so amazing, I have been obsessed with Anne since 2008 .. I feel she was set up and was innocent also. I’m so glad to see how she may have really looked .. she was gorgeous!

[@pellaxestorba4836]

LoL this is classic photoshopping. And you fell for it.

[@heyjude6680]

@@pellaxestorba4836 ofc it is in case u aren't aware annes dead

[@pellaxestorba4836]

@@heyjude6680 Then nobody could have obtained her express, let alone written permission to PHOTOSHOP her visage. Even if they don't say no it is still rape? Check mate.

[@PJ_Playz]

@@pellaxestorba4836 lol that isn't how that works but do go on.

[@PJ_Playz]

@@veryberry39 Lol dude was seriously trying to be a Karen for someone that has been dead and gone for hundred's of years. Simping possibly too.

[@hollycourtney221]

I agree with you 101% and might I add what a fantastic job you did recreating Anne to life!

[@RoyaltyNowStudios]

Thank you so much!

[@gslvqz8812]

Amazing work!! Thank you so much for sharing not only your recreations but the background history associated with each of the characters.

[@jillwalker6377]

Thank you for accurate history and fascinating possibilities of Anne's features. She is remembered as a strong, very intelligent woman, entitled to a special place in history. ❤

[@pigeons1069]

Story of Anne Boleyn makes me very sad. Thanks for doing this, I think it is really special and honoring to someone who lost their life so unjustly to have their face shown 500 years later.

[@susanmcmurtry7834]

There should be a comparison using Elizabeth. She certainly got Henry’s coloring but look at her face and shape.

[@RoyaltyNowStudios]

I actually have a video on this :) check out “the modern faces of Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I”. There is a huge resemblance. Link: Anne Boleyn & Elizabeth I as Modern Women - Mother & Daughter Resemblance Through Time kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4jYknSFlNSeiZI

[@jn8ive60]

I agree. I think it's obvious that what Elizabeth inherited from her father was fair skin and red hair, but that everything else, eye shape, eye color, nose, and face shape came from Anne Boleyn. I've often thought that we can get a good idea of what Anne looked like by looking at portraits of Elizabeth.

[@NavierMasChannel]

I’m a strong believer that we are sometimes exact replicas of our ancestors. I’ve compared so many family photographs and portraits taken throughout time and I almost always find a portrait where it looks nearly identical if not similar to their current living descendants. Of course there are variations due to inheriting different traits from different sides of the family/ancestors. But mathematically speaking, there is only a finite number of ways a face can resemble in series of descendants. Like others mentioned Elizabeth was known for having her father’s coloring, but not so much with the facial features

[@jitaamesuluma9730]

why ? she was a monstor too

[@HK-gm8pe]

I normally believe we should leave dead bodies alone but we have actually her skeleton with skull( yeah it wasnt put on the spike cause Anne was the first queen ever to be executed in England, Henry couldnt have let anything go wrong, thats probably also why swordsman was used, not because Henry was soooo merciful, he probably didnt want a PR disaster ) I think that we should make a reconstruction of her face or at least a picture how she would have looked like becase Henry literally tried to make her disappera, this woman changed the world , literally , we should have at least a picture of her

[@Sarabear19]

as a big fan of Anne and History it made me smile so much to see something of her smiling, thank you for this video it's beautiful to see her get the reconization she deserves.

[@gato-grande]

PRINCESA LEONOR

[@Fishnkitts]

I so love your channel and the time spent on not only the recreations, but the deep dive into the history as well 😻 The endings when your portraits smile - gives such a sense of humanity and relatability ❤👏

[@GabrielaSilvagabylaboop]

You have no idea how emotional I got watching her smile. Just as I picture her in court with those beautiful gowns and jewels. She was indeed "The Most Happy" dispate everything that happened to her. Gorgeous work, thank you for sharing.

[@jennifereusterman]

Wow! I have always been so fascinated by Anne. Seeing your re-creations brought a tear to eyes. She was a real, beautiful soul who did not deserve what happened to her. Her time in the tower must have been so scary and lonely. God be with her. Rest in peace.

[@dianetanner1880]

Yes, she was a beautiful soul and she still is. Beautiful inside and out, as I have been told, many times. I am glad that you said this.

[@melvynmsobel210]

Brilliant work! Eerie and wonderful recreations--- with fabulous historical background information. I'm hooked! Thank you for your KZbin postings!

[@mwilliams369]

This is truly amazing, your content and recreations are splendid, love how clear and careful it has been made for accuracy. Excellent work throughly well researched and documented. Thank you so much 🙏

[@gato-grande]

PRINCESA LEONOR

[@sharoncarter4086]

Amazing how you recreate her face, especially with the smile. Totally amazing to see this Queen smiling like we've never seen before. Thank you 💜

[@jenniferleighmiron8135]

In learning about Anne's life I always found her fascinating; I think she was vivacious and beautiful as you depict, after all she captured the heart of a King. Unfortunately, as so often happened in the past, her power was deemed dangerous by men at court who coveted power, and a closeness to the throne, and set out to remove her and her influence.

[@nannettechampeau3453]

Absolutely correct!

[@inukeicecream2754]

Seeing her recreation with such a vivid smile brought tears to me eyes and Bolin, by far is one of my absolute favorite, mysterious, historical figures I believe firmly with every ounce of my soul that she was a victim of her time, and I wish so badly that I could know her true story

[@_tbh]

I was obsessed with the Tudors, which was mainly due to fact that we had to learn about the Tudor dynasty at school for history, but the overall history of the Tudor dynasty enthralled me. Especially Anne Boleyn. I have no idea why I am so drawn to her, whether its her tragic life, her strong personality or simply her, overall as a person, (according to what I have heard about her)but I just can't wrap my head around as to why I find her so fascinating. She is someone we know so much about, yet so little about. My heart goes out to her. I still can't understand as to why I was allured to her both now and then, but she sure is one of the most remarkable female personalities to have ever existed. BTW, the recreation of Anne Boleyn from one of the Holbein sketches is such simply alluring.

[@gato-grande]

PRINCESA LEONOR

[@emilypresleysee]

I absolutely love your approach to the telling of Anne's story and the way you relate the details of her life and relationship with Henry. You are telling the facts and not sugar coating it and taking an unbiased approach. Excellent work, thank you so much for this video!

[@Liv4ever87]

Anne Boleyn is my favorite historical figure. I have always been fascinated by her and her life. This was amazing thank you so much. ❤

[@kaarlimakela3413]

Imagine if Anne lived, how would that have influenced little Elizabeth? Imagine if Anne had lived, how would that influence Elizabeth, having Mama around come hell or high water. We might have ended up with a very different world.

[@davionnscottwhvr1117]

Help me understand-I’m curious as to what do they mean by swarthy, what does that define

[@ellendunne2345]

Me too! This was amazing ❤️

[@Grace-tc1lq]

@@davionnscottwhvr1117 Dark skinned.

[@alimcd9]

The piano piece accompanying your recreations are so moving that gave a sense of genuine authentication to this innocent woman - Thank-you for your highly intuitive work.

[@amycrittendon3269]

Such a beautiful video and your reconstruction brought me to tears! My daughter is Anne’s biggest fan…. I can’t wait for her to watch this video! Thank you for bringing Anne back to life!! ❤

[@Elevendyeleven]

You are not only an amazing artist, you are a great presenter as well! I really enjoy your work helping us imagine the past and the real people behind these infamous characters.

[@yvettefigueroa1599]

Wonderful video and beautiful recreation of how she may have looked. You are truly an artist and excellent presenter.

[@pellaxestorba4836]

Henry VIII was a classic feminist. Self-absorbed, petulant, greedy, willing to sacrifice others solely for his own happiness, spoiled, narcissist ... and, well, everything else that feminists are. Henry VIII, a veritable pioneer and role model for the feminists. All about the power ... never about taking responsibility for one's own actions. But where is old Harry now? Where will the feminists end their days? The former and the latter shall meet in the same place. And great shall be their calamity on that day. They have been warned.

[@princessoffire1107]

I read the comments before watching the video. I read where some had cried. I was prepared to not cry after reading that. Didn't work. When the first recreation smiled so large like she was laughing...I felt hot behind my eyes and then there came the tears. She is one of the few people from the past that I wish I could time travel back and help save her.

[@dianetanner1880]

I am certain that Anne has been vindicated by these kind comments over 500 years later. She is smiling....

[@Dragonfly_64795]

I cried as well, tried hard not to but failed badly

[@Floridacoastwriter]

Bravo! The addition of color causes the portraits to blossom to life in a most uncanny way! When examining historic recreations, I look for certain elements of a person's face that might support their well-documented personality demeanor as noted by their own contemporaries of their day to find a possible match. A person's face, no matter who they have, can reveal much about themselves, if you are sensitive and knowledgeable enough to know what you are looking for. Anyway, I applaud your renditions, creativity and obvious great giftedness in your artistic craft you beautifully portray so vividly for us to enjoy! Cheers!! 🌹👏👏👑

[@1806svetlana]

I had goosebumps and tears at the same time. Thank you for this recreation. We all can agree that she was a beautiful woman.

[@topazgirl170]

I think the recreation at 19:30 is what she really looked like. We know Anne's looks were not considered beautiful during this period in England. Also, her detractors would have attempted to downplay any complimentary endowments of her. Also the face at 19:30 radiates wit, intelligence and fun. We know from her existing belongings so much of her personality. Her daughter inherited her mom's feisty spirit and intelligence.

[@jdo4715]

I think you that you nailed Anne , particularly the Hans Holbein recreation. I am absolutely breathtakingly awed by both. I look at your creations and can believe it’s Anne , further, if so, I can see Henry’s attraction. Captivating. Please do a second recreation of Elizabeth Woodville.

[@gato-grande]

PRINCESA LEONOR

[@pamorama]

These are amazing. Thank you so much for doing this and I will find out ways I can help support. I really feel like the stories are important and seen the images somehow burns the story into our consciousness.

[@michaeloliva4529]

Thank you so much for sharing your talent with the rest of us, it was fascinating to hear you tell the facts in historical drama that must of us know but seeing it come to life was absolutely brilliant!!!

[@gato-grande]

PRINCESA LEONOR

[@isidroguevara4120]

18:56 OMG! The Holbein sketch looks absolutely stunning! I've read there was an internet forum where some men looked at this portrait and most rated it attractive. She would be considered good looking these days.

[@josiedudley8451]

How clever. I have studied the English monarchy from Henry III to Queen Victoria and was fascinated with the portraits shown in the history books. It was thrilling to find some of these portraits in London galleries. I love what you have done. What a brilliant way to bring history alive. Thank you.

[@zeinjamoukha4718]

Love how much care you put into these recreations and the history you provide

[@alexandermorshteyn4395]

I am so happy I found this channel! Great work for history and art lovers. Thank you Becca and Andre for commentary on historical figures and facial reconstructions. The only thing is sad that this channel has 244 K subscribers meanwhile other channels making video of their ordinary everyday life have millions subscribers!

[@ScrappyKitty15]

Wow this choked me up, seeing your modern interpretation of her, I don’t know why. Wonderful work! 💚

[@jenerin905]

I did too. She was scandalized so much throughout history, but women didn't have any power to defend themselves, especially against the king back then. I also think as the pawn used by her family to gain better standing, she was a lot more innocent than history gives her credit for.

[@kellyc2425]

Me too!!! And oddly, felt that love feeling we all got when we were teens! How weird is that?? It's like falling for Betty Rubble as a 9 year old.

[@gato-grande]

@@kellyc2425 PRINCESA LEONOR

[@jademoon5103]

Me too. It’s kind of overwhelming

[@wendyburns4630]

This is wonderful. I have been fascinated by Anne Boleyn and I always wondered what she must have looked like in reality. The painted portraits are so flat. This actually brought tears to my eyes. Really fabulous, thank you

[@teresa1185]

Agree. I have always read watch listened to anything about her above any royal in history. Incredible life. I I also was emotional looking at the face of this woman. This was a good narration.

[@rnhealer6044]

Thank you so much for this video. Anne is one of my favorite historical figures. I have looked at those paintings of her for years. It's so nice to know what she might have really looked like.

[@AnneMolly56]

The first portrait that I ever saw of Anne Boleyn was the Hans Holbein version, and I just have a gut feeling that that is closest to what she looked like in real life.

[@amandadunn1238]

You have a wonderful and soothing voice!! And I appreciate how much research you do for your videos!! Each historical figure is portrayed with class and intelligence!! Thank you and Anne Boleyn has always been close to my heart!! When I was in a very abusive relationship years ago, I felt close to Anne and what she endured. Keep up the great work and thank you for this❤️

[@jumaris28]

500 years and Queen Anne Boylen still keeps fascinating soo many all around the world She is very much love 💕😘💕 Thank you for your work , always captivating! Greetings from Oxnard , California

[@neazenzen372]

These videos are amazing! I learn so much in 20 minutes and then the recreations! Beautiful work, thank you so much 🙏

[@Gorgeouscorliss]

I was just reading the comments and I agree you really did a great job on this presentation and on the images of Anne it was genius and look forward to more of your videos. This was really great.

[@valn1932]

Simply amazing! You bring history to life! Thank you for the history narration and the wonderful recreation. Whoever does the work on the animation and recreation, of the faces, should get an award! The work is absolutely amazing!!👏🥇🏆

[@kytyoy5694]

I love how you brought Anne to life. She's beautiful, but not perfect. It wasn't her looks that attracted men, but her wit and personality. I also like how you went for the facts and you don't let biases guide your artwork. And then there's Chapuys who basically called her an old hag who had a sixth finger and a witch's wart on her neck.

[@NotToday1971]

Most likely jealous

[@chriscunningham8807]

They also defamed her for supposedly having a third nipple... the sign of a witch. She was prostiuted by her father to service his political agenda. Imagine sleeping with an obese man with stinking open ulcers! Ironically, poor Anne was betrayed by her bewitching looks and wit. Ugly, powerful, insecure and vain men like Weinstein and Henry VIII tend to prey on beautiful women. History repeats.

[@ArisEmriis]

This is incredible how you bring people from the distant past alive! This video in particular. Anne comes to life as real and relatable. Her eyes in particular are so beautiful! When she smiles I feel like I can see the real person...I imagine her as intelligent, quick witted and possibly having a slightly mischievous sense of humor and able to charm the socks off nearly anybody. She was that woman with that strong personality that most people loved, she had an undeniable presence when she entered a room. This also leads me to believe that a big part of what made Elizabeth great was the genes from her mom!

[@Occitanie.PaysdOc]

Wow I have been waiting for this, well done! Thanks.

[@alicezta12]

I love that you show them smiling, thank you for taking the time to do this!

[@okiejammer2736]

💙💚💜 You REALLY did your homework on these individuals. Henry's jousting head injury is often disregarded, but his personality shifts and mood swings are timed back to it. Absolutely 💯 well done. RESPECT, to you AND your subjects.

[@chooseyourpoison5105]

I didn't think it was disregarded at all - most historians agree he probably suffered some sort of brain damage from the jousting injury. . .

[@Uhtredrag1080]

Yep. Guessing he injured his frontal lobe altering his behavior. It's well documented he changed after that accident, and not for the better.

[@judycroteau482]

And since his leg wound never healed properly, it was an open, festering, smelly wound for the rest of his life, he was no doubt in extreme pain all the time. No wonder he was so unpleasant and angry all the time. Add a head injury to the mix and his paranoia is unsurprising. Such a fun guy to be around I am sure. /s

[@Uhtredrag1080]

@@judycroteau482 Yea, that kind of pain constantly would make anyone cranky.

[@gato-grande]

@@judycroteau482 PRINCESA LEONOR

[@cythere72]

I love your recreations. Especially the ones where you bring them into the modern times. I love learning about history and seeing the people who lived this history. Thank you for sharing your great work.

[@hellekimery9537]

So amazing to see these people as they may have looked then, and also now! Great work !

[@moni6290]

Wow, those recreations are stunning! I always find it difficult to imagine the real person in those old paintings and to watch Anne come to life here is really amazing!

[@sh0eh0rn4]

your work is absolutely incredible! I particularly appreciate that recreation of the Holbein sketch. with a smile like that, it’s easy to see why she was so captivating.

[@jimwolf8121]

What a treat watching this is! You are so beautifully creative. Can't wait to watch the next one!

[@etherealechoes9907]

Brilliant video! Informative and loved your recreations. Amazing to see someone from centuries ago come to life xx

[@nna1800]

Wow, your work and channel is amazing! Your video was a recommendation below another I was watching and I am so glad it was there. I love history and I have never seen anyone else try and bring these amazing historical figures to life like this. So glad I found your channel and also your store on Etsy. Looking forward to all your future videos!

[@iampriscillamusic]

Wow, this is so good! It was difficult for me to envision what she looked like from the portraits, but you did a beautiful job in bringing her to life. She feels so real now. My heart breaks for her demise.

[@lordtj63]

Im a spirit channeller, I used to be a tour guide in the 80's at Hampton Court Palace, but in 2013/2016 I embarked upon a three year project channelling Anne as she wanted me to write a book entitled... "My Time - My Say - My Truth".. its in editing at the moment. She was not the woman we all thought she was and she was more fascinating and captivating than I could ever have imagined. Im using the Holbein sketch of Anne as the cover for my book. I love your channel and find AI fascinating. With regards to your recreations, the modern day image bears no resemblance to Anne at all sadly. But the first one of her in the green dress and the gable hood is the closest to her real likeness so you almost nailed that .. the second pic of her with the "B" necklace is also very verrrrry close to how she appears to me. When she comes through to me, she wears a blue velvet dress with no head dress at all, just long wavy auburn hair with a slight French lilt to her voice. There is a chapter in the book that Anne called "Oh Those Wives"! Where she discusses all of the wives that came after her.. and how she viewed them all from the astral realm. She told me that she would have liked to have been friends with Anne of Cleves, she found her to be a very savvy lady who was fantastic company and such a laugh to be around, she felt that Anne of Cleves would have been a great diplomat, and said Anne was a rather tall beautiful woman with thick, long glossy strawberry blond hair. I will have to send you a copy of the book once its published. Keep up the good work. Much love and blessings from England :-)

[@MaryWindham-mt1jw]

I would be very interested in a copy of that book. Let us know where it is US.

[@gailguinn95]

This was wonderful to see!! Just seeing her with expression on her face , brings her to life in a way that paintings of the time just can't . Thank you!

[@paprika1951]

The first time I saw one of your recreations with a tiny smile, my heart rose to my throat and threatened to choke me. Your gift and sensitivity are extraordinary. Never, never stop.

[@territimmerman140]

The research and thought that went into creating the recreation must have been daunting. The results speak for themselves. Wonderfully done!

[@tinagriffiths808]

Oh how lovely! Thanks for your imagining and reimagined recreations of a fascinating woman who was the mother of my very favorite person in history!!!

[@denisejkissell]

I love this. You have done a great job to keep her memory alive.

[@artistique_mind]

I swear, looking at the recreated portraits of her and her smiling put a huge smile on my face. Like, it gave such a good vibe! Thank you so much for your work and this video, I really enjoyed it. RIP to the great A.B

[@RoyaltyNowStudios]

I always find myself smiling when I make them!

[@allihirsch]

Amazing- she is one of my favorites, too. I think you did the re creation perfectly. She was not described as particularly gorgeous, but was certainly attractive. When you added the smile, you could definitely see her appeal.

[@RoyaltyNowStudios]

Absolutely - she probably had such a great sense of humor!

[@flrnce]

Random note about her appeal: apparently, she was joking around before her beheading and gave a speech afterwards which seemed to suggest that she had accepted her fate to some degree. Personally, I imagine that the accusations against her probably brought some emotional distraught. But seeing as though she was so well regarded for her appearances in the court, I wouldn’t be surprised if by the time she was executed, all those confusing emotions of anger and sorrow would’ve boiled down to her usual independent demeanor and charm because of the loyalty she most likely had towards the kingdom.

[@user-vt2ce2jc4r]

Won't you say she and Henry were cruel to Catherine. Imagine just because Catherine had no male heir she was let go.

[@mabel8179]

@@user-vt2ce2jc4r Yes they were. I do feel sorry for Catherine of Aragon.

[@gkatcher]

I absolutely love this episode. Using technology and your talent, these bring famous and influential people in history to life. Thank you for sharing.

[@kimberlycrouch7228]

I am flat out amazed by these videos! Nicely done!

[@Leelaa3007]

Thank you for all your hard work, I love seeing what Anne would have really looked like. I've read so much about her, and now seeing her face makes her seem like a real person and not just a historical figure.

[@glyndevey]

Wow, thank you. These are absolutely amazing. It’s so wonderful to see the skills of modern artists helping to bring history to life. Simply outstanding work.

[@sweetcurly28]

Thank you for this. So interesting and your recreations made me smile. So sad she died in such a horrendous way and unjust. 💔

[@ArcticBanshee]

This video was so well done! What makes things extra difficult is how similar people within the same court could look- not only because of fashion choices (how they wore there hair, etc), but also because they were all related to each other. I think that if I were born during that time, I'd go the safe route of becoming a nun. lol

[@Hevynly1]

I love the history and research you include in your videos. Always beautifully done! :)

[@sactownstamper5400]

It’s so amazing what you create! You brought her to life! Her smile and eyes pull you in . It reminds me that she was a beautiful woman and ultimately had a tragic life in the end.

[@karenfield748]

Thank-you! This was absolutely amazing 👏 ❤

[@abab9622]

This is spectacular! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾I’m glad I came across your channel!