Empress Maud Collection

King Stephens queen petitioning to the Empress Matilda for the release of her husband, 1141 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

Flight of the Empress Maude
LLM338132 Flight of the Empress Maude by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flight of the Empress Maude)

The "Miniature Madame Tussaud s"at the House of Lady Egerton of Tatton in Aid of the Girls Friendly Society
1045035 The " Miniature Madame Tussaud s" at the House of Lady Egerton of Tatton in Aid of the Girls Friendly Society (engraving) by Barnes

Matilda is permitted to retire from Arundel, Sussex, 1139 (1864). Matilda (1102-1167), the daughter of Henry I of England

The Queen of King Stephen, Pleading with the Empress Matilda, on behalf of Her Husband, 1838. Matilda I (1105-1152), Countess of Boulogne, was queen consort of England as the wife of King Stephen

The Lady of the English, 1141, 1926. Artist: Herbert Norris
The Lady of the English, 1141, 1926. Empress Matilda (c1102-1167), also known as the Empress Maude, was the claimant to the English throne during the civil war known as the Anarchy

Stephen, King of England, 1788. From Harrisons Edition of Rapins History of England, by Paul Rapin de Thoyras. [John Harrison, London, 1788]

Flight of Matilda from Oxford, 1142 (1789). Stephen (1096-1154), the last Norman King of England, reigned from 1135 to 1154

Meeting of Stephen and Prince Henry at Wallingford, Oxfordshire, 1153. The middle of the 12th century in England was dominated by a civil war between the rival claimants to the throne, Matilda

Flight of Matilda from Oxford, 1142. Stephen (1096-1154), the last Norman King of England, reigned from 1135 to 1154. He supported the claim to the throne of Matilda (1102-1167)

Revolt of the citizens of London against Matilda, 1141. Stephen (1096-1154), the last Norman King of England, reigned from 1135 to 1154

The Empress Matilda and the Queen of Stephen, 12th century. Stephen (1096-1154), the last Norman King of England, reigned from 1135 to 1154

King Stephen taken prisoner, 1141. Stephen (1096-1154), the last Norman King of England, reigned from 1135 to 1154. He supported the claim to the throne of Matilda (1102-1167)

The Empress Matilda refusing to release king Stephen, 1141. Artist: J Rogers
The Empress Matilda refusing to release king Stephen, 1141. Flight of Matilda from Oxford, 1142. Stephen (1096-1154), the last Norman King of England, reigned from 1135 to 1154

Flight Of The Empress Maude, 12th century, (c1850). In 1142, Maude (or Matilda), was trapped in Oxford Castle but escaped over the ice of the frozen River Thames

Empress Matilda escaping from the besieged Oxford Castle, 1142 (c19th century). Matilda was the wife of Henry V of Germany, daughter of Henry I of England and mother of Henry II

Empress Matilda, daughter and dispossessed heiress of Henry I of England, c1860. Matilda (1102-1167) allowed by the King, Stephen, to leave Arundel Castle for Gloucester in 1139

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"Empress Matilda: A Tale of Power, Politics, and Perseverance" In the tumultuous era of medieval England, Empress Matilda stood as a formidable figure amidst the chaos. The year was 1141 when King Stephen's queen fervently petitioned to the Empress for the release of her husband. This plea marked a pivotal moment in history, showcasing Matilda's influence and power. But it wasn't just petitions that defined her legacy; there were also daring escapades like "The Flight of the Empress Maude. " With unwavering determination, she navigated treacherous paths to secure her position on the throne. Her resilience became legendary as she defied societal norms and expectations. Amidst these trials, an enchanting event took place at Lady Egerton's house - "The Miniature Madame Tussauds, " organized in aid of the Girls Friendly Society. Here, Matilda's presence was immortalized through engravings that captured both her strength and grace. Throughout her life, Matilda faced numerous challenges but always found ways to overcome them. In 1139, she was permitted to retire from Arundel in Sussex - a respite from political turmoil that allowed her to gather strength for future battles. Yet not all moments were filled with triumph; tragedy struck in 1120 with "The Wreck of the White Ship" off France's coast. Artist James William Edmund Doyle depicted this somber event where lives were lost but lessons learned about perseverance and resilience. Matilda's story intertwined with those around her - such as Queen Adela pleading on behalf of King Stephen or Herbert Norris' portrayal in "The Lady of the English. " These encounters showcased both alliances formed and rivalries forged during this tumultuous period. Even though time passed by swiftly like Stephen's reign depicted in 1788 or Matilda fleeing Oxford in 1142 (as seen in 1789), the impact of their actions remained.