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"Katharine: A Name Steeped in History and Inspiration" From the fiery docks of St. Katherines to the serene halls of St

Background imageKatharine Collection: Catherine Parr, 1512 - 1548. Sixth wife and Queen consort of King Henry VIII of England

Catherine Parr, 1512 - 1548. Sixth wife and Queen consort of King Henry VIII of England

Background imageKatharine Collection: The Court For The Trial Of Queen Katharine By George Henry Harlow, Depicting Mrs

The Court For The Trial Of Queen Katharine By George Henry Harlow, Depicting Mrs. Siddons As Queen Katharine In Shakespeares Henry Viii. From Histoire Des Peintres, ECole Anglaise, Published 1867

Background imageKatharine Collection: Catherine Of Aragon, 1485

Catherine Of Aragon, 1485

Background imageKatharine Collection: Illustration By Sir John Gilbert For King Henry Viii By William Shakespeare

Illustration By Sir John Gilbert For King Henry Viii By William Shakespeare. King Henry With Cardinal Wolsey And Queen Katharine. From The Illustrated Library Shakspeare, Published London 1890

Background imageKatharine Collection: Katharine Speaks In Henry V, Act V, Scene Ii, By William Shakespeare

Katharine Speaks In Henry V, Act V, Scene Ii, By William Shakespeare. Dat Is As It Sall Please De Roi Mon Pere. Drawn And Etched By Robert Dudley

Background imageKatharine Collection: Catherine of Aragon at Legatine Court, Blackfriars

Catherine of Aragon at Legatine Court, Blackfriars
Catherine of Aragon, first wife of King Henry VIII, probably on 21 June 1529 at the Legatine Court, Blackfriars, London. circa 1529

Background imageKatharine Collection: Queen Katherine of France, by Laurence Alma-Tadema

Queen Katherine of France, by Laurence Alma-Tadema
Queen [Princess] Katherine of France, by Laurence Alma-Tadema, receiving a lesson in the English language from her Nurse before meeting King Henry V of England (from Henry V). 1888

Background imageKatharine Collection: Katharine Russell, Viscountess Amberley

Katharine Russell, Viscountess Amberley
Katharine (Kate) Louisa Russell, Viscountess Amberley (nee Stanley, 1844-1874), British suffragist and early advocate of birth control

Background imageKatharine Collection: Sir Laurence Olivier aged 15 playing Kate in Taming of Shrew

Sir Laurence Olivier aged 15 playing Kate in Taming of Shrew
Sir Laurence Olivier in his first leading Shakespearian role - Katharine in Taming of the Shrew at All Saints Choir School, Margaret Street, London and Stratford-on-Avon in April 1922

Background imageKatharine Collection: Miss Katharine Worsley (Duchess of Kent) by Stephen Ward

Miss Katharine Worsley (Duchess of Kent) by Stephen Ward
Miss Katharine Lucy Mary Worsley, the present Duchess of Kent (born 1933), shortly before her marriage to the Duke of Kent at York Minster on 8 June 1961

Background imageKatharine Collection: St. Catherine of Alexandria, 1475 (oil on panel) (detail of 197121)

St. Catherine of Alexandria, 1475 (oil on panel) (detail of 197121)
XIR741537 St. Catherine of Alexandria, 1475 (oil on panel) (detail of 197121) by Brea, Ludovico (c.1450-1523); Church of Cimiez, Nice

Background imageKatharine Collection: THE TAMING OF THE SHREW. By William Shakespeare. (Act II, Scene I)

THE TAMING OF THE SHREW. By William Shakespeare. (Act II, Scene I). Wood engraving, English, 19th century

Background imageKatharine Collection: Katharine Wright, wearing a leather jacket, cap, and goggles

Katharine Wright, wearing a leather jacket, cap, and goggles, aboard the Wright Model HS airplane with Orville, 1915. Date 1915

Background imageKatharine Collection: Snowdrop by Katharine Cameron

Snowdrop by Katharine Cameron
Snowdrop (or Snow White) by Katharine Cameron. Snowdrop appears to be dead. Cameron was a Glasgow born illustrator and an associate of Jessie M King and the Mackintoshes. 1904

Background imageKatharine Collection: MADONNA ICON. Mosaic icon with the Virgin and Child, early 13th century, at St

MADONNA ICON. Mosaic icon with the Virgin and Child, early 13th century, at St. Catherines Monastery, Sinai




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"Katharine: A Name Steeped in History and Inspiration" From the fiery docks of St. Katherines to the serene halls of St. Catherines Monastery, the name Katharine has left its mark throughout time. In 1656, a Native American Catholic saint named Kateri Tekakwitha emerged as a symbol of faith and resilience after facing immense hardships. Her story was immortalized in a painting by Father Claude Chauchetiere, capturing her unwavering devotion. Another formidable figure bearing the name Katharine was none other than Katherine of Aragon, the first queen of Henry VIII. Despite their tumultuous relationship, she displayed strength and dignity during her reign. The world of entertainment also witnessed the brilliance Hepburn, an iconic American actress who brought Eleanor of Aquitaine to life in "The Lion in Winter. " Her portrayal showcased intelligence and power that captivated audiences. Even royalty embraced this timeless name - The Duke and Duchess of Kent graced Sphere magazine's front cover with elegance and poise. Religious history intertwines with Katharines once again through an ancient icon depicting Moses before the burning bush at St. Catherines Monastery in Sinai. This sacred image serves as a reminder of divine encounters throughout time. Not limited to saints or monarchs alone, Katharines have made significant contributions elsewhere too - such as establishing institutions like St. Katharines Home for Girls in Southbourne, providing shelter and support for young women. Martin Luther found love with his wife, Katharina von Bora; their union depicted joyfully alongside their children on Christmas Eve in Wittenberg - captured beautifully by a German engraving from the 19th century. St Catherine of Siena dictated her profound dialogues to Raymond Capua while Giovanni di Paolo immortalized this momentous collaboration through his exquisite painting from the 15th century.