1st Duke Of Newcastle Collection

William, Marquis of Newcastle; Obit 1676, 1811. Creator: Charles Turner
William, Marquis of Newcastle; Obit 1676, 1811. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of the reign of

Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century (coloured engraving)
3640644 Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century)

Thomas Holles, Duke of Newcastle (engraving)
964868 Thomas Holles, Duke of Newcastle (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Holles, Duke of Newcastle)

Coat of arms and crest of the right noble Thomas Holles Pelham, 1st Duke of Newcastle, 1693-1768
6340306 Coat of arms and crest of the right noble Thomas Holles Pelham, 1st Duke of Newcastle, 1693-1768 by Johnston, Andrew (18th century); (add.info)

Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century (engraving)
968748 Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes of English nobility, 17th Century)

The Family of William Cavendish, Marquess of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, 1656. 1656
The Family of William Cavendish, Marquess of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, 1656

The Battle of Marston Moor, (2 July 1644), 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Battle of Marston Moor, (2 July 1644), 1890. The Battle of Marston Moor on 2 July 1644, during the First English Civil War

Every man has his price - Sir Rt Walpole, Market day, Sic itur ad astra, 1788. Smithfield Market cattle pens, at the corner of Smithfield and Cow Lane, filled with cattle with the faces of peers

To the Glory of the Rt Honble Sr Robert Walpole, 1730. Artist: F Dumouchel
To the Glory of the Rt Honble Sr Robert Walpole, 1730. Showing allegorical figures with a key and surrounding, explanatory text

Robert Walpole, Earl of Orford, English statesman, c1710-1715 (1906). Although the title was never used to refer to him at the time, Walpole (1676-1745) is regarded as Britains first Prime Minister

George II receiving news of his fathers death from Walpole, 1727. Artist: Beech
George II receiving news of his fathers death from Walpole, 1727. Although the title was never used to refer to him at the time

Robert Walpole, 18th century British statesman, (c1850). Although the title was never used to refer to him at the time, Walpole (1676-1745) is regarded as Britains first Prime Minister

The Brabant Skreen, 1721. A satire on the South Sea company. The Duchess of Kendal gives money to Robert Knight (treasurer of the company), to enable him to escape

The phiz and character of an Alexandrine hyper-critch and comentator, 1728. His Holiness [The Pope, as a monkey] and his Prime Minister [a donkey]

Interior of the House of Commons, Westminster, London, 1742, (c1902-1905). Artist: John Pine
Interior of the House of Commons, Westminster, London, 1742, (c1902-1905). Speaker Onslow in the chair, Sir Robert Walpole, first Prime Minister of Great Britain, addressing the House

The House of Commons in Sir Robert Walpoles administration
The House of Commons in Sir Robert Walpoles Administration. The Right Honorable Arthur Onslow in the Speakers chair, Sir Robert Walpole at his right hand

Satire on Walpole, 1738, (1910). Examples of costume: wigs are smaller than in the 17th century, and the coats are wide-skirted

Thomas Pelham-Holles, 1st Duke of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, British Whig statesman, (1831). Artist: W Holl
Thomas Pelham-Holles, 1st Duke of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, British Whig statesman, (1831). Pelham-Holles (1693-1768) held power with his brother, Henry Pelham, who was Prime Minister of Great Britain

Horatio Walpole, 1st Baron Walpole of Wolterton, English diplomat and politician, (1831). Artist: W Holl
Horatio Walpole, 1st Baron Walpole of Wolterton, English diplomat and politician, (1831). Horatio Walpole (1678-1757) was the younger brother of Robert Walpole

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"The 1st Duke of Newcastle: A Noble Figure in 17th Century England" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the opulent world of English nobility during the 17th century. Thomas Holles, the 1st Duke of Newcastle, stands as a prominent figure amidst this era's grandeur. His noble lineage is beautifully depicted through various engravings showcasing his distinguished costumes. Adorned with regal attire, Thomas Holles, Duke of Newcastle, exudes an air of authority and elegance. The coloured engraving captures his commanding presence as he proudly displays his coat of arms and crest - symbols that epitomize his esteemed status within society. The legacy of the House of Newcastle is further illuminated by "The Family of William Cavendish, " Marquess of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. This captivating artwork from 1656 immortalizes their influential role in English history. Yet it was not just lavish appearances that defined the life and times surrounding the duke. The Battle of Marston Moor serves as a testament to his military prowess and unwavering loyalty to King Charles I during turbulent times. This historic event unfolded on July 2nd, 1644, forever etching itself into the annals of British warfare. Intriguingly enough, even figures like Sir Robert Walpole recognized that "every man has his price. " Market day becomes a backdrop for political maneuvering as captured in F Dumouchel's masterpiece titled "To the Glory" – paying homage to Walpole's influence over Britain's political landscape during the early eighteenth century. Walpole himself emerges as a central character throughout these engravings – be it receiving news from George II about his father's demise or being portrayed as an esteemed statesman who shaped British politics for generations to come.