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Mary Countess Pembroke
Mary Sidney, countess of PEMBROKE, wife of Henry Herbert, second earl writer and patron of the arts
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1561 1621 Countess Herbert Patron Pembroke Sidney
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This portrait captures Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke (1561-1621), a literary and artistic patron of great renown during the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. Married to Henry Herbert, the second earl of Pembroke, Mary was a central figure in the cultural and intellectual circles of her time. Born into the noble Sidney family, Mary was educated in literature, music, and the arts from an early age. Her literary talents were evident from her youth, and she is best known for her translations of the works of the ancient Greek poet, Virgil, and the Italian poet, Petrarch. Her translations, which were published under the pseudonym "M.S.," were highly regarded for their elegance and depth of understanding. Mary's patronage of the arts extended beyond her own literary pursuits. She was a generous supporter of poets, musicians, and artists, many of whom were associated with her brother, Philip Sidney, a celebrated poet and courtier. Her literary salon at Wilton House, the Pembroke family seat, was a gathering place for some of the most brilliant minds of the age, including Shakespeare, Jonson, and Fletcher. This portrait, painted around 1621, shows Mary in her later years, but her beauty and intelligence continue to shine through. Her elegant attire, with its lace collar and intricately embroidered sleeves, reflects the refined taste of the period. The portrait also serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke, as a writer, patron, and cultural icon. Her contributions to English literature and the arts continue to be celebrated to this day.
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