This portrait depicts the English metaphysical poet and politician Andrew Marvell (1621–1678). It was painted by an unknown artist around 1655–1660 and is part of the National Portrait Gallery collection in London. Marvell is celebrated for his intellectually complex metaphysical verse, with his most famous work being "To His Coy Mistress". : Beyond his poetry, Marvell served as a Member of Parliament for Kingston Upon Hull.

to my Lord Fairfax", meditating on the estate's history, gardens, and surrounding nature. #17thCentury #EnglishCivilWar #AndrewMarvell #ThomasFairfax #Poetry