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18thc Oil Portrait of Sir Walter Raleigh
A very desirable oil on canvas portrait after the original in the National Gallery painted in 1582 of Sir Walter Raleigh by a competant hand with sitter named by inscription to upper left corner and latin inscription with date of original work detailed top right corner.
Very well painted depicting Raleigh wearing his hand sewn quilted diamond sewn grey silk tunic with Elizabethan design of collar.
His left hand is particukarly well painted with good detail and reasonable proportion.
In all a colourful portrait in lovely condition after recent restoration.
The deliberate stance and concentrated gaze into the eyes of the viewer,makes this work one to remember.
ABOUT SIR WALTER RALEIGH
Sir Walter Raleigh c. 1554 – 29 October 1618) was an English aristocrat, writer, poet, soldier, courtier, spy, and explorer. He is also well known for popularising tobacco in England.
Raleigh was born to a Protestant family in Devon, the son of Walter Raleigh and Catherine Champernowne. Little is known of his early life, though he spent some time in Ireland, in Killua Castle, Clonmellon, County Westmeath, taking part in the suppression of rebellions and participating in the Siege of Smerwick.
Later he became a landlord of property confiscated from the native Irish. He rose rapidly in the favour of Queen Elizabeth I, and was knighted in 1585.
Instrumental in the English colonisation of North America, Raleigh was granted a royal patent to explore Virginia, which paved the way for future English settlements.
In 1591 he secretly married Elizabeth Throckmorton, one of the Queen's ladies-in-waiting, without the Queen's permission, for which he and his wife were sent to the Tower of London.
After his release, they retired to his estate at Sherborne, Dorset.
In 1594 Raleigh heard of a "City of Gold" in South America and sailed to find it, publishing an exaggerated account of his experiences in a book that contributed to the legend of "El Dorado".
After Queen Elizabeth died in 1603 Raleigh was again imprisoned in the Tower, this time for allegedly being involved in the Main Plot against King James I, who was not favourably disposed toward him.
In 1616 he was released to lead a second expedition in search of El Dorado. This was unsuccessful and men under his command ransacked a Spanish outpost.
He returned to England and, to appease the Spanish, was arrested and executed in 1618.
Raleigh was one of the most notable figures of the Elizabethan era.
CONDITION.
This portrait is in good condition throughout and is ready to hang.Has been properly relined in the past after light clean.
MEASUREMENTS (Including Frame)
Height 25.5 Inches
Width 22.25 Inches
PROVENANCE
By decent from a private collectors family estate.
FRAME
A good quality frame veneered in a mahogany veeneer and darkly polished.
This is a desirable acquisition for most fine art collectors of an important person of great historic significence.
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OUR REF 0489 GENUINE BARGAIN
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Leicestershire
Tel : 07765856171
Non UK callers : +44 7765856171
Very well painted depicting Raleigh wearing his hand sewn quilted diamond sewn grey silk tunic with Elizabethan design of collar.
His left hand is particukarly well painted with good detail and reasonable proportion.
In all a colourful portrait in lovely condition after recent restoration.
The deliberate stance and concentrated gaze into the eyes of the viewer,makes this work one to remember.
ABOUT SIR WALTER RALEIGH
Sir Walter Raleigh c. 1554 – 29 October 1618) was an English aristocrat, writer, poet, soldier, courtier, spy, and explorer. He is also well known for popularising tobacco in England.
Raleigh was born to a Protestant family in Devon, the son of Walter Raleigh and Catherine Champernowne. Little is known of his early life, though he spent some time in Ireland, in Killua Castle, Clonmellon, County Westmeath, taking part in the suppression of rebellions and participating in the Siege of Smerwick.
Later he became a landlord of property confiscated from the native Irish. He rose rapidly in the favour of Queen Elizabeth I, and was knighted in 1585.
Instrumental in the English colonisation of North America, Raleigh was granted a royal patent to explore Virginia, which paved the way for future English settlements.
In 1591 he secretly married Elizabeth Throckmorton, one of the Queen's ladies-in-waiting, without the Queen's permission, for which he and his wife were sent to the Tower of London.
After his release, they retired to his estate at Sherborne, Dorset.
In 1594 Raleigh heard of a "City of Gold" in South America and sailed to find it, publishing an exaggerated account of his experiences in a book that contributed to the legend of "El Dorado".
After Queen Elizabeth died in 1603 Raleigh was again imprisoned in the Tower, this time for allegedly being involved in the Main Plot against King James I, who was not favourably disposed toward him.
In 1616 he was released to lead a second expedition in search of El Dorado. This was unsuccessful and men under his command ransacked a Spanish outpost.
He returned to England and, to appease the Spanish, was arrested and executed in 1618.
Raleigh was one of the most notable figures of the Elizabethan era.
CONDITION.
This portrait is in good condition throughout and is ready to hang.Has been properly relined in the past after light clean.
MEASUREMENTS (Including Frame)
Height 25.5 Inches
Width 22.25 Inches
PROVENANCE
By decent from a private collectors family estate.
FRAME
A good quality frame veneered in a mahogany veeneer and darkly polished.
This is a desirable acquisition for most fine art collectors of an important person of great historic significence.
TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES 07765 856171
BY TELEPHONE HOURS 10 AM - 10 PM 7 DAYS A WEEK
DELIVERY UK MAINLAND & WORLDWIDE
QUOTES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
OUR REF 0489 GENUINE BARGAIN
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 12/JUN/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
DimensionsMEASUREMENTS (Including Frame)
Height 25.5 Inches
Width 22.25 Inches
Date 1750-1800
Late 18th Century Antiques Material Oil Painting on Canvas
Origin English
Condition Good Throughout
Item code as153a607 / 0489
Status Reserved
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Delivery by private courier within the UK Mainland will be used for very large paintings and is charged at a flat rate of £80 for paintings only [ allow 7-14 days delivery time ]
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Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
Returns authorisation should be requested by sending an e-mail before posting.
Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
Shipping costs are charged based on the particular service used [ either next day express or economy ] and Size / Weight of item.
Delivery by private courier within the UK Mainland will be used for very large paintings and is charged at a flat rate of £80 for paintings only [ allow 7-14 days delivery time ]
International Delivery Quotes Worldwide are available on request by providing your full name and address together with a postal / area code and a contact number.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
Returns authorisation should be requested by sending an e-mail before posting.
Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
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Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.International transfers are required within 5 days of point of sale.
If payment is not received within this time, Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
If payment is not received within this time, Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
View all stock from
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art
Private dealerBy appointment only
East Midlands
Leicestershire
Tel : 07765856171
Non UK callers : +44 7765856171
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