Much like thebook Jane Seymour was reading in the precedingWolf Hallepisode, the piece has a real historical basis.
It is brought to attention by a visitor in the final scene of episode 3.
The visitor, Jane, recognizes her mother, Anselma, in the tapestry.
This prompts Cromwell to explain the backstory of the tapestrys journey.
This follows speculation about his other romantic connections, such as hisalleged intention to marryWolf Hall’s Lady Mary.
The piece, which shows the Queen of Sheba encountering King Solomon, is Flemish in origin.
It is used to mirror Anne Boleyns tragic journey.
Firstly, she meets Wolsey, who prevents her marriage to Henry Percy.
Then she marries Henry VIII.
Finally, Cromwell had a large role in her condemnation.
Mary played a major part in the first episode of the highly anticipated second season of Wolf Hall.
Why was she an illegitimate child of Henry?
This brings Cromwells story full circle because of his guilty conscience regarding both Boleyn and Wolsey.
In particular, this is an example of an Abraham tapestry.
Henry identified with Solomon because he wanted to be known for his wisdom and judgment.
It is believed that Henry commissioned the Abrahams in 1541 (perHRP).
Henry identified with Solomon because he wanted to be known for his wisdom and judgment.
In addition, being appointed to rule in Gods place is another deliberate parallel.
Upon breaking with the authority of Rome, Henry needed to emphasize his divine right.
Source:HRP
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