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ANDREW MARVELL English poet and MP
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1621 1678 Andrew Curly Marvell
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This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Andrew Marvell (1621-1678), a prominent English poet and Member of Parliament during the Interregnum period. The image, created in the late 17th century, showcases Marvell's intellectual and political stature with his intense gaze and curly locks framing his thoughtful face. Born in Wetherby, Yorkshire, Marvell studied at Trinity College, Cambridge, and later became a tutor to the future Duke of York. His political career began in earnest when he was appointed as a secretary to the Commonwealth's first Lord Deputy of Ireland, Thomas Wentworth, in 1654. Marvell's poetic talents were revealed in his first published work, "A Poem upon Appleton House," which was dedicated to Wentworth. Marvell's political allegiance shifted during the English Civil War, and he became a vocal critic of the Cromwellian regime. He was elected as an MP for Hull in 1659, and his most famous political poem, "The Rehearsal Transprosed," was published in 1672, satirizing the excesses of the Restoration court. Despite his political involvement, Marvell's poetry remains his greatest legacy. His works, including "To His Coy Mistress," "The Garden," and "Upon Appleton House," showcase his mastery of metaphor, wit, and sensuality. Marvell's versatility as a poet and his ability to capture the complexities of human emotion continue to captivate readers more than three centuries after his death. This portrait serves as a testament to Marvell's enduring influence on English literature and history. With his curly hair and intense expression, he remains a fascinating and intriguing figure, whose contributions to poetry and politics continue to be celebrated and studied.
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