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Vice-Admiral John Graydon (circa 1666-1726), late 17th to early 18th century (oil painting)
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Vice-Admiral John Graydon (circa 1666-1726), late 17th to early 18th century (oil painting)
7337915 Vice-Admiral John Graydon (circa 1666-1726), late 17th to early 18th century (oil painting) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723); 127x101.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sir Godfrey Kneller
A three-quarter length portrait of Graydon wearing a brown velvet coat and brown full bottom wig. He holds a baton in his right hand as he leans against a rock. His left hand rests on the hilt of his sword. There are distant ships on the horizon in the left background. Graydon commanded the 'Saudadoes' at Bantry Bay in 1689 and the 'Hampton Court' at Barfleur in 1692. As a flag officer during the War of the Spanish Succession, he took part in the British victory at Vigo Bay 1702 and was responsible for conveying the captured ships on the voyage home. He was commander-in-chief in the West Indies 1703, the same year that he commanded an attempt to take the French settlement of Placentia in Newfoundland. This failed largely due to sickness and foul weather. He was cashiered for this failure and not employed again. The portrait is inscribed 'John Grayden, Vice Admll of the Red, done by Sr Godfrey Kneller' and was presented IV to the Greenwich Hospital Collection by King George IV in 1824.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This stunning oil painting captures the distinguished Vice-Admiral John Graydon in all his glory, a prominent figure of the late 17th to early 18th century. Painted by the renowned Sir Godfrey Kneller, this three-quarter length portrait showcases Graydon in a brown velvet coat and full bottom wig, exuding power and authority.
With a baton in his right hand and resting on the hilt of his sword with his left, Graydon leans against a rock as distant ships dotting the horizon add to the maritime theme of this artwork. Known for commanding various ships during significant battles such as Bantry Bay and Barfleur, Graydon's legacy is immortalized through this masterful painting.
As a flag officer during the War of Spanish Succession, he played an integral role in British victories at Vigo Bay and attempted to capture French settlements in Newfoundland. Despite facing challenges like sickness and foul weather that led to failures, Graydon's dedication to serving his country shines through in this portrait.
Presented to the Greenwich Hospital Collection by King George IV in 1824, this painting serves as a timeless tribute to Vice-Admiral John Graydon's contributions to naval history. His unwavering commitment and leadership are palpable through Kneller's skilled brushstrokes, making this artwork a true masterpiece worth admiring for generations to come.
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