Margaret Pole, Countess of Salisbury
(1473-1541), NoblewomanSitter associated with 2 portraits
The niece of both Edward IV and Richard III, Margaret Pole was one of the last surviving members of the House of York. A member of Katherine of Aragon's household and later governess to Princess Mary, (later Mary I), Margaret openly supported Katherine and her daughter following Henry VIII's decision to annul his marriage. The Pole family's association with the pro-papal activities of Margaret's son Reginald (later cardinal) eventually led to her attainder and execution for treason. She was beatified by the Roman Catholic Church in 1886.
Unknown woman, formerly known as Margaret Pole, Countess of Salisbury
by Unknown artist
oil on panel, circa 1535
NPG 2607
after Unknown artist
etching, possibly early 19th century
NPG D23814
Related People
- King Edward IV (uncle)
- George, Duke of Clarence (father)
- Reginald Pole (son)
- King Richard III (uncle)
- Edward Plantagenet, 17th Earl of Warwick (brother)
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