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ROBERT WALPOLE & WIFE 1 ROBERT WALPOLE & WIFE 1
Sir Robert Walpole, prime minister, with Catherine Shorter, his first wife Date: 1676 - 1745
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Media ID 20150473
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1676 1745 Catherine Minister Prime Shorter Walpole
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece features Sir Robert Walpole, the first British Prime Minister, and his wife Catherine Shorter, taken from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. Relive the elegance and grandeur of the 17th century as you admire the intricate details and vibrant colors brought to life on the canvas. A timeless addition to any room, this print is not just a piece of art, but a window into the past.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite 18th-century print captures a tender moment between Sir Robert Walpole, the first Earl of Orford and the most influential political figure in Britain during his time, and his beloved wife Catherine Shorter. The image, dated between 1676 and 1745, portrays Walpole in his prime, dressed in the elegant attire of the era, while Catherine, with her gentle expression and graceful demeanor, rests her hand on his shoulder. Sir Robert Walpole, who served as the prime minister of Great Britain from 1721 to 1742, is considered the first de facto prime minister of the United Kingdom. His political acumen, diplomatic skills, and ability to navigate complex political situations earned him the nickname "the Great Man." Walpole's tenure as prime minister marked a significant period of stability and prosperity for the country, as he implemented various economic and political reforms. Catherine Shorter, the daughter of a wealthy merchant, was Walpole's first wife. They married in 1684, and their union produced seven children. Catherine's tragic death in 1717 left Walpole devastated, and he never remarried. This print offers a rare glimpse into the private life of one of history's most influential political figures and his cherished companion. The delicate interplay of light and shadow, the intricate details of the couple's attire, and the palpable sense of intimacy conveyed by their body language make this an invaluable historical artifact and a testament to the enduring power of love and companionship.
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