Research suggests that a recently exhibited portrait may actually depict Lady Jane Grey, England's shortest-reigning queen. For years, it was believed no existing images from her lifetime were available. However, new tree ring analysis indicates the painting dates from 1539 to 1571, within the time of her reign (1537-1554). This painting, initially flagged in a 2007 exhibit, may shed light on Lady Jane's fleeting yet tragic place in Tudor history, as her reign lasted only nine days before her execution at age 17.
It was long understood that no depiction of her painted during her lifetime exists. But evidence to the contrary is building after English Heritage launched new analysis on the portrait in question.
New analysis of the tree rings on the painted wood panel suggests a likely usage date between 1539 and circa 1571, overlapping with Lady Jane Grey's lifetime.
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