Thomas Wriothesley

For other people named Thomas Wriothesley, see Thomas Wriothesley (disambiguation).

Heraldic drawing by Wriothesley of deathbed of King Henry VII, 1509. Although not present, Wriothesley wrote his account, in which the drawing features, from discussions with attendees. BL Add.MS.45131,f.54

Sir Thomas Wriothesley (/ˈraɪəθsli/ RY-əth-slee;[1] died 24 November 1534) was a long serving officer of arms at the College of Arms in London. He was the son of Garter King of Arms, John Writhe, and he succeeded his father in this office.

  1. ^ Wells, J. C. Longman Pronunciation Dictionary. 3rd edition. Harlow: Pearson Education Limited, 2008.