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Historic Exhibition Unveils Anne Boleyn's Portraits at Hever

2/26/2026

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An exhibition at Hever Castle presents the largest collection of portraits believed to depict Anne Boleyn.
It coincides with the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's courtship of Anne Boleyn.
Curators Owen Emmerson and Kate McCaffrey highlight analysis of the Hever 'Rose' portrait.
They call it the earliest version with a rose and raise questions about Boleyn's likeness.
The exhibition's impressive assembly may challenge casual viewers because of its organization.

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An exhibition at Hever Castle presents the largest collection of portraits believed to depict Anne Boleyn.
It coincides with the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's courtship of Anne Boleyn.
Curators Owen Emmerson and Kate McCaffrey highlight analysis of the Hever 'Rose' portrait.
They call it the earliest version with a rose and raise questions about Boleyn's likeness.
The exhibition's impressive assembly may challenge casual viewers because of its organization.