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In 1659 Barbara Villiers had married Roger Palmer, later Earl of Castlemaine, although soon after she became King Charles II's mistress, exerting considerable political influence until her fall from favour in the early 1670s. She is believed to have borne him five children and was created a Lady of the Bedchamber to Catherine of Braganza in 1662 and Duchess of Cleveland in 1670. The sitter is ...
Barbara Villiers was Charles II's principal mistress between 1660 and 1670 and the most powerful woman at court. She devoted much energy to public demonstrations of the king's favour through displays of jewels and wealth. She was painted frequently by Lely, who described her beauty as ‘beyond the compass of art’.
27 de nov. de 2023 · The Villiers: Tatler takes you through the lineage of the family that spawned Mary & George. One of the most notable aristocratic families in Britain, the Villiers have been a part of history from James I to Boris Johnson's government. Tatler takes you through the dynasty all the way up to the present day. By Ollie Macnaughton.
5 de abr. de 2024 · Prominent members of the family include Barbara Villiers, a mistress of Charles II, and George’s son, also named George, who held the title of Second Duke of Buckingham.
4 de abr. de 2020 · The future Countess of Castlemaine and Duchess of Cleveland, Barbara Villiers, married Roger Palmer in 1659 at the age of 18 and began her affair with Charles the following year, either shortly before or after he was restored to the throne in May 1660. Their first daughter, Anne, was born in February 1661.
Barbara Villiers, Duchess of Cleveland (1641-1709) c.1660-61. RCIN 420109
13 de abr. de 2024 · Genealogy for Duchess Barbara Palmer (Villiers), Duchess of Cleveland, Countess of Castlemaine (1640 - 1709) family tree on Geni, with over 255 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives.
