Moll Davis - Revision history

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	Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous portrait artist [[Peter Lely]].		Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous portrait artist [[Peter Lely]].

	Davis had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, Gwyn initiated some intrigues ~~[which intrigues?]~~ that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).		Davis had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, Gwyn initiated some intrigues, like giving Davis sweetmeats contaminated with jalap before she had a date with the king, that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).


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	Moll Davis was born in Westminster in 1648 (supposedly as the illegitimate daughter of Thomas Howard, the Earl of Berkshire) (Hartley 131).		Moll Davis was born in Westminster in 1648 (supposedly as the illegitimate daughter of Thomas Howard, the Earl of Berkshire) (Hartley 131).
	In May 1668 Davis gave up her profession and gave birth to her daughter Lady Mary Tudor, the biological child of [[Charles II]] (Melville 81). She received 1000 pounds annually from the king as a support measure (82). Charles II also gifted her an expensive ring (Hartley 131) as well as a house to live in ~~on the north side of Pall Mall and later in 79 Pall Mall~~, ~~addresses~~ close to ~~the palace [which palace? There were two: Whitehall and St James's) and St James's Park~~ (Jordan and Walsh ch. 13). In 1686 Moll Davis married James Paisible, a famous French musician and composer (Hartley 131).		In May 1668 Davis gave up her profession and gave birth to her daughter Lady Mary Tudor, the biological child of [[Charles II]] (Melville 81). She received 1000 pounds annually from the king as a support measure (82). Charles II also gifted her an expensive ring (Hartley 131) as well as a house to live in Suffolk Street, close to Pall Mall (Jordan and Walsh ch. 13). In 1686 Moll Davis married James Paisible, a famous French musician and composer (Hartley 131).
	She died in London in 1708 and was buried in St Anne´s Church in Soho.		She died in London in 1708 and was buried in St Anne´s Church in Soho.

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	1648-1708. Also known as Mary Davis or Mary Davies. Famous actress, singer, dancer and comedian during the Restoration. One of the many royal mistresses of [[Charles II]].		1648-1708. Also known as Mary Davis or Mary Davies. Famous actress, singer, dancer and comedian during the Restoration. One of the many royal mistresses of [[Charles II]].

	'''Career:'''
			'''Career'''

	Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous portrait artist [[Peter Lely]].		Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous portrait artist [[Peter Lely]].

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	'''Career:'''		'''Career:'''

	Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous ~~English~~ artist ~~Sir~~ [[Peter Lely]].		Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous portrait artist [[Peter Lely]].

	~~Moll~~ had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, ~~[[Nell~~ Gwyn]] initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).		Davis had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, Gwyn initiated some intrigues [which intrigues?] that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).


	'''Family and Private Life:'''		'''Family and Private Life'''

	Moll Davis was born in Westminster in 1648 as the daughter of Thomas Howard, the Earl of Berkshire (Hartley 131).		Moll Davis was born in Westminster in 1648 (supposedly as the illegitimate daughter of Thomas Howard, the Earl of Berkshire) (Hartley 131).
	In May 1668 Davis gave up her profession and gave birth to her daughter Lady Mary Tudor, the biological child of [[Charles II]] (Melville 81). She received 1000 pounds annually from the king as a support measure (82). Charles II also gifted her an expensive ring (Hartley 131) as well as a house to live in on the north side of Pall Mall and later in 79 Pall Mall, addresses close to the palace and St. James's Park (Jordan and Walsh ch. 13). In 1686 Moll Davis married James Paisible, a famous French musician and composer (Hartley 131).		In May 1668 Davis gave up her profession and gave birth to her daughter Lady Mary Tudor, the biological child of [[Charles II]] (Melville 81). She received 1000 pounds annually from the king as a support measure (82). Charles II also gifted her an expensive ring (Hartley 131) as well as a house to live in on the north side of Pall Mall and later in 79 Pall Mall, addresses close to the palace [which palace? There were two: Whitehall and St James's) and St James's Park (Jordan and Walsh ch. 13). In 1686 Moll Davis married James Paisible, a famous French musician and composer (Hartley 131).
	She died in London in 1708 and was buried in St. Anne´s Church in Soho.		She died in London in 1708 and was buried in St Anne´s Church in Soho.

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	Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous English artist Sir [[Peter Lely]].		Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous English artist Sir [[Peter Lely]].

	Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, [[Nell Gwyn]] initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).		Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, [[Nell Gwyn]] initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).

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	Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous English artist Sir [[Peter Lely]].		Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous English artist Sir [[Peter Lely]].
	Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, [[Nell ~~Gwynn~~]] initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).		Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, [[Nell Gwyn]] initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).

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	Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous English artist Sir [[Peter Lely]].		Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous English artist Sir [[Peter Lely]].
	Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, Nell Gwynn initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).		Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, [[Nell Gwynn]] initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).

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	'''Career:'''		'''Career:'''

	Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous English artist Sir Peter Lely.		Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous English artist Sir [[Peter Lely]].
	Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, Nell Gwynn initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).		Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, Nell Gwynn initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).

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	Moll Davis was born in Westminster in 1648 as the daughter of Thomas Howard, the Earl of Berkshire (Hartley 131).		Moll Davis was born in Westminster in 1648 as the daughter of Thomas Howard, the Earl of Berkshire (Hartley 131).
	In May 1668 Davis gave up her profession and gave birth to her daughter Lady Mary Tudor, the biological child of Charles II (Melville 81). She received 1000 pounds annually from the king as a support measure (82). Charles II also gifted her an expensive ring (Hartley 131) as well as a house to live in on the north side of Pall Mall and later in 79 Pall Mall, addresses close to the palace and St. James's Park (Jordan and Walsh ch. 13). In 1686 Moll Davis married James Paisible, a famous French musician and composer (Hartley 131).		In May 1668 Davis gave up her profession and gave birth to her daughter Lady Mary Tudor, the biological child of [[Charles II]] (Melville 81). She received 1000 pounds annually from the king as a support measure (82). Charles II also gifted her an expensive ring (Hartley 131) as well as a house to live in on the north side of Pall Mall and later in 79 Pall Mall, addresses close to the palace and St. James's Park (Jordan and Walsh ch. 13). In 1686 Moll Davis married James Paisible, a famous French musician and composer (Hartley 131).
	She died in London in 1708 and was buried in St. Anne´s Church in Soho.		She died in London in 1708 and was buried in St. Anne´s Church in Soho.

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	1648-1708. Also known as Mary Davis or Mary Davies. Famous actress, singer, dancer and comedian during the Restoration. One of the many royal mistresses of [[Charles II]]. ~~She was born in Westminster in 1648 and died in London in 1708.~~		1648-1708. Also known as Mary Davis or Mary Davies. Famous actress, singer, dancer and comedian during the Restoration. One of the many royal mistresses of [[Charles II]].

	'''Career:'''		'''Career:'''

	Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131).		Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131). Because of her talent and beauty she was painted on numerous portraits, including by the famous English artist Sir Peter Lely.
	Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, Nell Gwynn initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).		Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, Nell Gwynn initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).

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	'''Family and Private Life:'''		'''Family and Private Life:'''

	Moll Davis is the daughter of Thomas Howard, the Earl of Berkshire (Hartley 131).		Moll Davis was born in Westminster in 1648 as the daughter of Thomas Howard, the Earl of Berkshire (Hartley 131).
	In May 1668 Davis gave up her profession and gave birth to her daughter Lady Mary Tudor, the biological child of Charles II (Melville 81). She received 1000 pounds annually from the king as a support measure (82). Charles II also gifted her an expensive ring (Hartley 131) as well as a house to live in on the north side of Pall Mall and later in 79 Pall Mall, addresses close to the palace and St. James's Park (Jordan and Walsh ch. 13). In 1686 Moll Davis married James Paisible, a famous French musician and composer (Hartley 131).		In May 1668 Davis gave up her profession and gave birth to her daughter Lady Mary Tudor, the biological child of Charles II (Melville 81). She received 1000 pounds annually from the king as a support measure (82). Charles II also gifted her an expensive ring (Hartley 131) as well as a house to live in on the north side of Pall Mall and later in 79 Pall Mall, addresses close to the palace and St. James's Park (Jordan and Walsh ch. 13). In 1686 Moll Davis married James Paisible, a famous French musician and composer (Hartley 131).
			She died in London in 1708 and was buried in St. Anne´s Church in Soho.

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	Also known as Mary Davis or Mary Davies. Famous actress, singer, dancer and comedian during the Restoration. One of the many royal mistresses of [[Charles II]]. She was born in Westminster in 1648 and died in London in 1708.		1648-1708. Also known as Mary Davis or Mary Davies. Famous actress, singer, dancer and comedian during the Restoration. One of the many royal mistresses of [[Charles II]]. She was born in Westminster in 1648 and died in London in 1708.

	'''Career:'''		'''Career:'''

	Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl at the age of 14~~: In February 1662~~ she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola.		Moll Davis can be considered "one of a bevy of obscure young women who took advantage of the new opportunities open to women as actresses on the Restoration stage (before the Civil War, all female parts had been played by boys)" (Hartley 131). She started her career as a young girl. The exact age is unknown and does not emerge from the literature. Davis was employed as a principal actress for the Duke´s Company (131). In February 1662, at the age of 14, she did her first performance in William Davenant´s ''The Law against Lovers'' as the character Viola. In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131).
	In 1667 she played the role of Celania in Davenant´s ''The Rivals'' and performed the song "My Lodging It Is on the Cold Ground" (131).
	Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, Nell Gwynn initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).		Moll had a tense relationship with [[Nell Gwyn]], another well-known actress and lover of the king at the time. Because of jealousy, Nell Gwynn initiated some intrigues that eventually led to the king leaving Moll Davis (Melville 82).

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	Wilson, John Harold. ''All the King´s Ladies: Actresses of the Restoration.'' University of Chicago Press, 1958.		Wilson, John Harold. ''All the King´s Ladies: Actresses of the Restoration.'' University of Chicago Press, 1958.






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