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Mary Countess Pembroke 2
Mary Sidney, countess of PEMBROKE, wife of Henry Herbert, second earl writer and patron of the arts depicted in her old age
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1561 1621 Countess Depicted Herbert Patron Pembroke Sidney
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke (1561-1621): A Portrait of Literary Patronage and Devotion in Old Age This evocative portrait captures Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke, in her advanced years, surrounded by the tranquility and opulence of her estate. Mary, the eldest daughter of Sir Henry Sidney and Lady Frances Walsingham, was a prolific writer, translator, and patron of the arts in her own right. Married to Henry Herbert, the second earl of Pembroke, she became a central figure in the literary and artistic circles of the late Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. Mary's literary prowess is evident in her translations of works by renowned authors such as Petrarch and Montaigne. Her most notable achievement, however, was her collaboration with her brother, Philip Sidney, on the Arcadia, a seminal work of English literature. The Arcadia, a pastoral romance, showcases Mary's literary talent and her deep understanding of the classical tradition. As a patron of the arts, Mary supported many notable writers, including Shakespeare, Spenser, and Jonson. Her patronage extended beyond literature, as she also encouraged the visual arts, music, and drama. Her patronage was driven by her deep commitment to the arts and her belief in their ability to uplift the human spirit. In this portrait, Mary is depicted in her old age, with a serene expression and an air of wisdom. She is dressed in the rich fabrics and jewels befitting her status as a countess, and the surroundings suggest the comfort and security of her estate. The portrait serves as a testament to Mary's enduring legacy as a writer, patron, and cultural figure, and her continued influence on English literature and the arts.
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