Mandy Nachampassack-Maloney

2 weeks ago | thecollector.com | Mandy Nachampassack-Maloney

The tale of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII’s fiercest queen, is as captivating as it is shocking. Despite Henry’s efforts to erase her from history as if she were Nefertiti instead of a woman in the modern era, Anne’s legacy persists — she was, after all, mother to the monarch who ruled over England’s golden age. Anne left behind both Elizabeth and a range of portraits in which she’s donning her recognizable “B” necklace.

1 month ago | thecollector.com | Mandy Nachampassack-Maloney

Circe in The Odyssey is one of Greek mythology’s most infamous enchantresses, a woman who blurs the line between gods, their minor counterparts, and the intimidation factor of mortal wielders of witchcraft. The daughter of Helios, god of the sun, and the ocean nymph Perse, she inherited a unique heritage that tied her to the very power base of Olympus.

1 month ago | thecollector.com | Mandy Nachampassack-Maloney

Artemis didn’t just have an affinity for animals—she was the huntress who held dominion when it came to wildlife, including both prey animals and predators. Goddess of the hunt, queen of the wilderness, and the administrator of all things untamed, she made no apologies to those who trampled upon her domain and were doled out punishment for their transgressions. After all, the rules of the wild are stark and unforgiving.

2 months ago | thecollector.com | Mandy Nachampassack-Maloney

Henry VIII’s reign is often remembered for his many marriages and his relentless pursuit of a legitimate heir. While his marital antics have become the stuff of legend, less attention is paid to the potential medical reasons behind his inability to ensure the Tudor hold on power. Modern science suggests that Henry’s reproductive woes might not have been the fault of his wives as Henry often claimed.

2 months ago | thecollector.com | Mandy Nachampassack-Maloney

Nestled in the Orkney Islands of Scotland, Skara Brae is a prehistoric village that has intrigued archaeologists and historians for generations. Built over 5,000 years ago, it predates even the Egyptian pyramids. The village, perfectly preserved under layers of sand for millennia, offers a glimpse into the lives of its ancient inhabitants. But Skara Brae is more than just an archaeological site — it is a puzzle filled with mysteries that continue to fascinate.