Greetings Card : Elizabeth Countess Essex
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Elizabeth Countess Essex
ELIZABETH (nee Paulet) second wife of Robert Devereux, 3rd earl of Essex; she later married Thomas Higgons. Date: ? - 1656
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Media ID 14295937
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1656 Countess Devereux Essex Married Paulet Elizabeth
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of history and elegance to your correspondence with our exquisite Elizabeth Countess Essex greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring a captivating image of Elizabeth Paulet, the enchanting second wife of Robert Devereux, 3rd Earl of Essex, this card is a perfect tribute to the beauty and grace of the past. Originally sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed image brings a sense of timeless charm to every message. Impress your loved ones with a unique and thoughtful greeting, inspired by the captivating story of Elizabeth Countess Essex.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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
In this evocative portrait, Elizabeth Paulet, Countess of Essex, is depicted in the prime of her life, exuding an air of regal elegance and refined beauty. The daughter of Edward Lord Paulet and his wife, Lady Margaret Carey, Elizabeth was born into the noble English family of the Marquesses of Winchester. Her first marriage to Robert Devereux, 3rd Earl of Essex, was a union of political and social significance. Essex, a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I, was a powerful and influential figure in Elizabethan England, and Elizabeth's connection to the Paulet family added to his prestige. The portrait captures Elizabeth in a richly embroidered gown, adorned with intricate pearls and lace, reflecting the opulence of the Tudor court. Her dark hair is styled in elaborate curls, framing her delicate features and piercing eyes. The subtle expression on her face suggests a woman of intelligence and depth, who is both confident and introspective. Tragically, Elizabeth's marriage to Essex was not a happy one. Essex fell out of favor with the queen, and was eventually imprisoned in the Tower of London. Elizabeth was left to raise their children alone, and later married Thomas Higgons, a wealthy merchant. She died in 1656, leaving behind a legacy as a noblewoman of great beauty and resilience. This portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman who lived during one of the most fascinating periods in English history. It is a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the essence of a person and preserve their memory for generations to come.
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