⚔️ House of Mercia (Iclingas) Family Tree (527-918)

Explore the remarkable history of one of Anglo-Saxon England's most influential royal dynasties with this detailed House of Mercia (Iclingas) Family Tree, tracing the lineage of the rulers who transformed Mercia into the most powerful kingdom in England before its eventual union with Wessex.

Beginning with the traditional founder Creoda in the sixth century, this carefully researched genealogical chart follows the Mercian royal house across nearly four centuries. Rather than presenting only a simple succession of rulers, the artwork illustrates the wider royal family by including parents, children, siblings, marriages and principal branches wherever possible, allowing the dynasty to be explored as a true family tree.

The lineage features many of Mercia's greatest rulers, including Penda, the last great pagan king; Wulfhere, the first Christian King of Mercia; Æthelbald, who restored Mercian supremacy; the legendary Offa, builder of Offa's Dyke and one of the most powerful Anglo-Saxon kings; Coenwulf, Wiglaf, Burgred, and concludes with Æthelflæd, Lady of the Mercians, one of the most remarkable women in early English history.

The chart also highlights the historic connection between the Houses of Mercia and Wessex through the marriage of Æthelflæd, daughter of Alfred the Great, to Æthelred, Lord of the Mercians, while preserving Mercia's genealogy as its own independent royal dynasty. The story concludes with the brief rule of Ælfwynn and the incorporation of Mercia into the expanding Kingdom of England under the House of Wessex in 918 CE.

Designed in House of Histories' signature medieval style, the artwork combines historical genealogy with elegant heraldic design, making it equally suited as an educational reference and a striking display piece for any history enthusiast.

Whether displayed in a study, library, classroom, office or family home, this piece celebrates the kingdom that dominated Anglo-Saxon England for generations and helped lay the foundations of a united England.

Perfect for:

• Anglo-Saxon history enthusiasts

• Mercian history collectors

• English royal history collectors

• Genealogists and family history researchers

• Medieval history lovers

• History teachers and students

• Museums, libraries and historical societies

• Gifts for history lovers

Every House of Histories design begins with extensive historical research to create artwork that celebrates the remarkable people, families and dynasties that shaped our past.