Margaret Denham - 3
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Margaret Denham - 3
MARGARET, lady DENHAM (nee Brooke), second wife of sir John Denham, mistress of James II, holding a basket of flowers. Date: 1646 - 1667
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1646 1667 Brooke Denham Margaret Mistress
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Margaret Denham, née Brooke (1646-1667), was a woman of great beauty and charm who played a significant role in the tumultuous political landscape of 17th century England. In this image, Margaret is depicted as the second wife of Sir John Denham, holding a basket of flowers. However, her past was far more intriguing than her present marital status. Born into a noble family, Margaret's youth was marked by tragedy and scandal. Her first husband, Lord Cobham, was executed for his involvement in the plot to assassinate King Charles I. Margaret, who was pregnant at the time, was spared the same fate due to her royal connections. She later married Sir John Denham, a prominent courtier and poet, in 1661. However, Margaret's most notable association was with King James II, who became infatuated with her during the 1660s. James, who was already married to Anne Hyde, kept Margaret as his mistress for several years. This scandalous liaison caused widespread outrage and added to the growing unrest that eventually led to James's downfall. Despite the political turmoil surrounding her, Margaret remains an intriguing figure in English history. In this image, she is shown in a more tranquil moment, surrounded by the simple beauty of nature as she holds a basket of flowers. The delicate petals and vibrant colors of the blossoms contrast sharply with the complex and tumultuous events of her life, offering a moment of respite from the storms of history.
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