Countess Of Castlemaine Collection

George Fitzroy, Duke of Northumberland, son of Charles II and Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland, 1815
George Fitzroy, Duke of Northumberland, natural son of Charles II and Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland'. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of

'Henry, Duke of Grafton, natural son of Charles II by the Duchess of Cleveland. Obit 1690'
Henry, Duke of Grafton, natural son of Charles II by the Duchess of Cleveland. Obit 1690'. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign

'Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland, from an original drawing by Faithhorne; Obit 1709, 1814. Creator: Richard Earlom
Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland, from an original drawing by Faithhorne; Obit 1709, 1814. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry

'Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland; Obit 1709, 1814. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland; Obit 1709, 1814. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of the reign of

Barbara Palmer, 1st Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine, formerly Barbara Villiers
6340195 Barbara Palmer, 1st Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine, formerly Barbara Villiers, notorious mistress to King Charles II, 1640-1709 by Wright

Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland (engraving)
961480 Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland (engraving) by Lely, Peter (1618-80) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland)

Portrait of Barbara Villiers (1641-1709), Duchess of Cleveland, c. 1680 (oil on canvas)
JEF144611 Portrait of Barbara Villiers (1641-1709), Duchess of Cleveland, c.1680 (oil on canvas) by Lely, Peter (1618-80) (after); 75x62 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Portrait of Barbara Palmer, Duchess of Cleveland (engraving)
820155 Portrait of Barbara Palmer, Duchess of Cleveland (engraving) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barbara Palmer)

Barbara Villiers, Countess of Castlemaine, mistress of King Charles II (engraving)
6032244 Barbara Villiers, Countess of Castlemaine, mistress of King Charles II (engraving) by Lely, Peter (1618-80) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barbara Villiers (1640-1709)

Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland (engraving)
961516 Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland (engraving) by Lely, Peter (1618-80) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barbara Palmer (1640-1709) 1st Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine

Barbara Villiers, Duchess of Cleveland, c. 1661-1665. Creators: Peter Lely
Barbara Villiers, Duchess of Cleveland, c. 1661-1665

Barbara Villiers (1640-1709), Duchess of Cleveland. Creator: Workshop of Sir Peter Lely (British)
Barbara Villiers (1640-1709), Duchess of Cleveland. (after 1670)

The Dutchess of Cleaveland, 1680s. Creators: Isaac Beckett, John Smith
The Dutchess of Cleaveland, 1680s. Portrait of King Charles IIs mistress Barbara Palmer, (nee Villiers), Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine (1640-1709)

Barbara Palmer (nee Villiers), 1st Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine (1640-1709), 1937
Barbara Palmer (nee Villiers), 1st Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine (1640-1709). Barbara Palmer was an English courtesan and the most famous of King Charles II of England mistresses

Barbara, Countless of Castlemaine, c1660s. Portrait of King Charles IIs mistress Barbara Palmer, (nee Villiers), Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine (1640-1709)

Barbara Villiers, Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine, c1660s. Artist: Peter Lely
Barbara Villiers, Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine, c1660s. Portrait of King Charles IIs mistress Barbara Palmer (1640-1709), one of the ladies of the court

Barbara Palmer, Duchess of Cleveland, King Charles IIs mistress, (1907). Born Barbara Villiers (1640-1709), she married Roger Palmer, Earl of Castlemaine in 1659, and bore five children to Charles II

Barbara Duchess of Cleaveland (1641-1709) as a Shepherdess engraved by William Sherwin (1645-1711)
XYC158045 Barbara Duchess of Cleaveland (1641-1709) as a Shepherdess engraved by William Sherwin (1645-1711), 1670 (engraving) by Lely

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Barbara Palmer, the Countess of Castlemaine, was a woman who captivated the heart of King Charles II during the 17th century. Known for her undeniable beauty and charm, she became his notorious mistress and held great influence over him. In portraits such as "Portrait of Barbara Villiers" and "Portrait of Barbara Palmer, " we see her stunning features immortalized on canvas. Her piercing eyes and radiant smile reveal a woman who knew how to wield her allure to gain power in the royal court. As Duchess of Cleveland, Barbara's position was elevated even further. She is depicted alongside Charles Fitzroy in "Portrait of the Duchess of Cleveland with Charles Fitzroy, " showcasing their close relationship and hinting at scandalous affairs that surrounded them. Despite being married to Roger Palmer, she openly flaunted her affair with the king. The engraving titled "Barbara Villiers, Countess of Castlemaine, mistress of King Charles II" captures her boldness and audacity. Her status as one of King Charles II's mistresses earned her both admiration and disdain from society. Some viewed her as an influential figure while others criticized her for manipulating the king for personal gain. Through it all, Barbara remained unapologetic about pursuing what she desired most - power and luxury. As seen in works like "The Dutchess (Duchess) of Cleaveland, " where Isaac Beckett portrays her regal presence exuding confidence amidst opulent surroundings. Barbara Palmer's legacy continues to intrigue historians today. Her story serves as a reminder that even in times when women had limited agency, some managed to rise above societal constraints through their wit and charisma. The enigmatic Countess left an indelible mark on history as one who defied expectations by embracing passion over conventionality. From humble beginnings to becoming one of England's most infamous mistresses – this is the tale behind Barbara Palmer: The Countess of Castlemaine.