Eleonora Grimstone

Eleonora Grimstone (1644-1739) was a historical witch known for her membership in the Medieval Assembly of European Wizards and, most notably, for designing the intricate magical tapestry that once hung in the Atrium of the Ministry of Magic. Her existence and accomplishments are documented on a Famous Witch card from the Harry Potter Trading Card Game. (Harry Potter Trading Card Game)

According to her Famous Witch card, Eleonora Grimstone lived from 1644 to 1739. (Harry Potter Trading Card Game) During her life, she was a member of the Medieval Assembly of European Wizards, an organisation whose name suggests a historical origin prior to her lifetime. Her most significant known achievement was the design and creation of a large, golden tapestry for the Ministry of Magic. This tapestry depicted the history of wizardkind, showing witches and wizards in friendly congress with various magical creatures and even Muggles. The figures woven into the tapestry were enchanted to move. This important work of art hung prominently in the Atrium for centuries. The tapestry was destroyed in June 1996 during the duel in the Atrium between Albus Dumbledore and Lord Voldemort. A misfired curse from Dumbledore struck the tapestry, causing it to shred and the golden thread to unravel completely.

No information is available regarding Eleonora Grimstone's physical appearance or personality.

• Magical Tapestry Creation: Eleonora's greatest known skill was her ability to create complex magical textiles. The Ministry of Magic tapestry was enchanted to depict moving figures, a feat that would require exceptional talent in Charms and possibly other advanced branches of magic.
• Political Influence: Her membership in the Medieval Assembly of European Wizards suggests she was a witch of some renown and influence in the European wizarding community. (Harry Potter Trading Card Game)

• Ministry of Magic Tapestry: While technically a creation rather than a personal possession, the tapestry is the primary artifact associated with her. It served as a symbolic centerpiece in the Ministry's main entrance hall until its destruction.

There is no known information about Eleonora Grimstone's family or her relationships with other witches and wizards.

• Eleonora: A name of Greek origin, often meaning “light” or “pity.” It is a classic name that has been borne by many European royals, lending it a sense of dignity and historical weight.
• Grimstone: A compound surname. Grim suggests something stern, dark, or unyielding. Stone implies durability, foundation, and a connection to craft or building. The name as a whole evokes an image of a serious, perhaps formidable, artisan.

Eleonora Grimstone is not mentioned by name in any of the seven original Harry Potter novels. Her identity as the creator of the Ministry of Magic tapestry comes exclusively from the Harry Potter Trading Card Game, where she appears on Wizard Card #69. While Eleonora herself is not part of the primary book canon, the tapestry she is credited with creating is described in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. However, in the novel, the tapestry's creator is never identified. The dates of her life (1644-1739) place her well after the historical Middle Ages (c. 5th to 15th centuries), creating a potential anachronism with her membership in the “Medieval Assembly of European Wizards.” It is possible the organization retained its historical name long after the period had ended.