Duchess Of Cleveland 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

The late Duchess of Cleveland, Lord Roseberys Mother (b / w photo)
1593689 The late Duchess of Cleveland, Lord Roseberys Mother (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Duchess of Cleveland, Lord Roseberys Mother)

Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century (coloured engraving)
3640644 Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century)

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)

A Historic Building about to come under the Hammer, Battle Abbey, the Property of the late Duchess of Cleveland
1628388 A Historic Building about to come under the Hammer, Battle Abbey, the Property of the late Duchess of Cleveland (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century (engraving)
968748 Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century)

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)

Charles II and his court at the palace during the Plague of London, c1665-1666 (1890). From left to right: Lady Castlemaine, Charles II and Queen Catherine, attended by her Spanish duennas

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

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"The Late Duchess of Cleveland: A Glimpse into the Glamorous World of English Nobility in the 17th Century" In this captivating collection of images, we are transported back to a bygone era, where the late Duchess of Cleveland reigned supreme. Lord Rosebery's mother, she was a woman of immense power and influence, leaving an indelible mark on history. Through black and white photographs and colored engravings, we catch a glimpse of the opulent costumes worn by English nobility during the 17th century. Each intricate detail tells a story of wealth and grandeur that surrounded these noble figures. One portrait captures Barbara Palmer herself, the Duchess of Cleveland. Her beauty is immortalized in an exquisite engraving that showcases her regal poise and grace. Another image reveals Battle Abbey, a historic building once owned by this remarkable woman who left an enduring legacy. The workshop of Sir Peter Lely presents us with another enchanting depiction - Barbara Villiers as Duchess of Cleveland between 1661-1665. The artist skillfully brings out her allure through his brushstrokes, capturing her magnetic presence for eternity. Isaac Beckett and John Smith collaborate to create "The Dutchess (sic) of Cleaveland" in the 1680s – yet another testament to Barbara's prominence within society during her time. We also delve into historical events such as Charles II's court at the palace during London's devastating Plague in c1665-1666. This painting transports us to a tumultuous period when even royalty faced unimaginable challenges. Alexander K MacDonald's artwork introduces us to Barbara Palmer as Countess Castlemaine; here we witness not only her beauty but also gain insight into her multifaceted life beyond being just a duchess. Lastly, Peter Lely returns with his masterful strokes portraying Barbara Villiers once again – this time as both Duchess of Cleveland and Countess of Castlemaine.