Mary Amelia Salisbury
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Mary Amelia Salisbury
MARY AMELIA (nee Hill) countess, and later marchioness of SALIBURY wife of James Cecil, first marquess Date: 1750 - 1835
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1750 1835 Amelia Cecil Countess Marchioness Marquess Salisbury
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1. Title: "Mary Amelia, Countess and Later Marchioness of Salisbury: A Regal Figure of the Georgian Era" Mary Amelia, born a Hill, later became the Countess and later Marchioness of Salisbury, the esteemed wife of James Cecil, the first Marquess of Salisbury. This evocative portrait captures Mary Amelia in her prime, during the Georgian era, around the turn of the 19th century. Dressed in an elegant gown, adorned with intricate lace and a delicate floral headdress, Mary Amelia exudes an air of refinement and sophistication. Her piercing gaze and confident posture suggest a woman of great intelligence and strength. Mary Amelia was the eldest daughter of Sir William Hill, 2nd Baronet, and his wife, Lady Amelia Windsor. She married James Cecil, the future Marquess of Salisbury, in 1771, and the union produced ten children. James Cecil was a prominent figure in British politics, serving as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland and Lord President of the Council. Mary Amelia was known for her patronage of the arts and her charitable works, particularly her support of the Foundling Hospital in London. The portrait offers a glimpse into the opulence and grandeur of the Georgian era, with its intricate textiles, ornate furnishings, and elaborate hairstyles. The rich colors and intricate details of the painting bring Mary Amelia's story to life, transporting us back in time to an era of elegance and refinement. Mary Amelia's life was marked by tragedy as well as triumph. She outlived her husband, who passed away in 1816, and later remarried to the Duke of Buccleuch in 1822. She died in 1835, leaving behind a legacy of philanthropy and a lasting impact on British society. This portrait serves as a poignant reminder of her remarkable life and the era in which she lived.
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