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Thomas Overbury / Harding
SIR THOMAS OVERBURY - English poet and victim of court intrigue (poisoned in the Tower of London). Date: 1581 - 1613
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1581 1613 Harding Intrigue Poisoned Ruff Victim Overbury
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Sir Thomas Overbury: The Tragic Poet and Victim of Court Intrigue (1581-1613) This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Sir Thomas Overbury, an English poet and courtier who became a victim of the treacherous political intrigues of the early 17th century. Born in 1581, Overbury rose to prominence at the court of King James I through his wit, charm, and literary talents. He was a man of refined tastes, as evidenced by his elegant ruff collar and the sophisticated fashion of his doublet and breeches. However, Overbury's fortunes took a dark turn when he became embroiled in a complex web of court intrigue. He was accused of having an affair with the Countess of Castlehaven, who was married to a man widely regarded as impotent. The Countess's husband, the Earl of Castlehaven, sought revenge and manipulated the powerful Duke of Buckingham to have Overbury imprisoned in the Tower of London in 1613. While in the Tower, Overbury was poisoned, most likely at the behest of the Earl of Castlehaven. The circumstances of his death were shrouded in mystery, but it was clear that he had become a victim of the ruthless political machinations of the day. Overbury's tragic demise marked the end of a promising career and left a lasting stain on the reputation of the English court. This portrait, which dates from the period when Overbury was still a favored courtier, offers a glimpse into the life of a man whose talents and charms were ultimately no match for the treacherous world of the Jacobean court. The intrigue and scandal that surrounded his death would continue to fascinate generations to come, making Sir Thomas Overbury a figure of enduring interest in English literary and historical circles.
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