Who is John Blanke : Artists and Historians Reimagine the Black Tudor Trumpeter
The book of the John Blanke Project eighty-one artists and thirty-five historians recreate the world of the first person of African descent in British history for whom we have an image and written record
David Olusoga, Professor of Public History, The University of Manchester
The John Blanke Project redefines historical exploration…..encourages a deeper empathetic engagement with our shared past, advocating for a more inclusive and equitable understanding of history
Corinne Fowler, Professor of Colonialism and Heritage, The University of Leicester
The John Blanke Project brilliantly illuminates the overlooked chapters of Black Tudor England… commitment to uncovering the full spectrum of our heritage
Paterson Joseph, British Actor and Author, Chancellor of Oxford Brookes University
The John Blanke Project offers a transformative lens on British history… paint[s] a more inclusive and comprehensive portrait of our past
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The John Blanke Project All Over Print T-Shirt
The John Blanke Project All Over Print T-Shirt – JBP-T
- Handmade in the UK
- Cut and hand sewn to order
- Range of sizes from Large to XXXLarge
- Recycled poly jersey fabric
- Sustainably made
- Printed with eco-friendly inks
- JBP tin gift packaging option
The John Blanke Project T-Shirt is made to order, available from Large to XXXLarge. Each all-over-print T-shirt is precision machine cut then hand stitched in the UK, to order. The JBP-T is made from lifestyle recycled poly jersey 160gsm* fabric, a comfy, soft moisture wicking jersey - 96% polyester 4% elastane. It’s printed using a variety of advanced production techniques that bond vivid eco-friendly inks to the fibres of the JBP-T shirt making for strong wash fastness with no loss of colour.
All Over Printed Image
Ebun Culwin (2018) John Blanke Re-Imagined, Acrylic, Gold Leaf on Parchment Based on John Blanke in The 1511 Westminster Tournament Roll from the College of Arms Collection
Care
Turn inside out before washing. Iron on the reverse of the printed side. machine wash at 30°C wash. Low tumble heat. Do not wring. Low heat iron. Steam safe.
* What Is Gsm?
Grams per square meter (gsm) is the unit of measurement used to measure the weight of a paper or fabric. This measurement uses the weight of one square metre (1000 x 1000mm) as an indication of the weight and thickness of a fabric. Fabrics of 10-100gsm are considered light (fabrics for summer, fine silk), fabrics of 101-249gsm as medium (most fabrics for clothing) and fabrics of more than 250gsm as thick (upholstery and other specialised fabrics).
The John Blanke Project Tin Box with Hinged Lid - Optional Gift Packaging Extra
The JBP Hinged Tin box is a stunning and novel way to gift pack your JBP-T as a present, to be used as store for trinkets, cards, stamps, dried flowers, stationery, receipts or other nostalgic memories.
John Blanke Project Greeting Card
Ebun Culwin (2018) John Blanke Re-Imagined, Acrylic, Gold Leaf on Parchment Based on John Blanke in The 1511 Westminster Tournament Roll from the College of Arms Collection
Physical
The A6 (105 x 148mm) card is blank inside for your own message, is made of sustainably sourced 340gsm paper weight card with a light satin finish and comes with a kraft paper envelope. The card is wrapped in biodegradable compostable packaging.
The John Blanke Project Fridge Magnet
Design
Ebun Culwin (2018) John Blanke Re-Imagined, Acrylic, Gold Leaf on Parchment Based on John Blanke in The 1511 Westminster Tournament Roll from the College of Arms Collection
Physical
78mm x 52mm superior strength magnet, four colour laminated printing, individually packed in a clear plastic bag
Not Everyone Knows... ( A Children's Book for 2 to 5 year olds)
Not Everyone Knows....
written and illustrated by Ebun Culwin
Paperback
20 pages
published May 2020
An imagined story of the young black boy John Blanke, who grew up to be Henry VIII’s trumpeter.