Lady Mary Jolliffe
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Lady Mary Jolliffe
Lady MARY JOLLIFFE (nee Hastings) wife of sir William Jolliffe of Caverswell, daughter of the earl of Huntingdon. Date: ? - 1678
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In this elegant and captivating portrait, Lady Mary Jolliffe (nee Hastings) is depicted in the prime of her youth, radiantly beautiful and full of grace. The daughter of the Earl of Huntingdon, Mary was married to Sir William Jolliffe, the wealthy and influential landowner of Caverswell in the English county of Warwickshire. The date of this portrait is believed to be around 1678, a time when the Baroque style was at its height in English art. Mary's sumptuous attire reflects the opulence of the era, with a richly textured and embroidered bodice, a voluminous skirt adorned with lace, and an intricately patterned mantle draped over her shoulders. Her dark hair is styled in elaborate curls, and her expressive eyes convey a sense of intelligence and vivacity. The portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a noblewoman of the Restoration period, a time of political and social upheaval in England following the Civil War and the Interregnum. Mary's marriage to Sir William Jolliffe would have secured her a position of power and influence within the local gentry, and her beauty and charm would have been a source of pride and admiration for her husband and their community. Despite the many challenges and uncertainties of the time, Lady Mary Jolliffe's portrait exudes a sense of confidence and poise, a testament to her strength and resilience in the face of adversity. It is a reminder of the rich and complex history of England's past, and the enduring power of art to capture the essence of a person and an era.
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