Blount Collection

Title page of First Folio of Shakespeares Plays
The Title page of First Folio of William Shakespeares Plays, published in London by Isaac Jaggard and Edward Blount (Blunt) in 1623

Photographs of Gainsborough shooting party, outdoor sporting portraits and group shot. Captioned, Those Idle Rich: The Earl of Gainsborough's Birthday shooting party, at Exton Park, Rutland'

SWIFTS HANDWRITING
Letter from Jonathan Swift to Martha Blount. Date: 1727

Mountjoy Blount 1597-1666), 1st Earl of Newport, 1800

Charles Blount, 1st Earl of Devon, English courtier and soldier, (1827). Artist: E Scriven
Charles Blount, 1st Earl of Devon, English courtier and soldier, (1827). Blount (1563-1606) served as Lord Deputy, then as Lord Lieutenant, of Ireland under Queen Elizabeth I and King James I

Mrs T Eyre Macklin, 1901. Artist: David Blount
Mrs T Eyre Macklin, 1901. Illustration from The Process Year Book, A Review of the Illustrated Arts. published by AW Penrose & Co, (London, 1901)

Embroidered Hanging, 1896. Artist: Godfrey Blount
Embroidered Hanging, 1896. Godfrey Blount set up The Haslemere Peasant Industries in I896 in Surrey. It was an umbrella organisation for a number of small craft workshops employing local skilled

Charles Blount, 8Th Lord Mountjoy, Aka Earl Of Devonshire, 1562-1606. English Soldier From The Book "Lodges
Charles Blount, 8Th Lord Mountjoy, Aka Earl Of Devonshire, 1562-1606. English Soldier From The Book " Lodges British Portraits" Published London 1823

Teresa Blount
TERESA BLOUNT sister of Martha Blount friend of Alexander Pope Date: 1688 - 1759

Richmond / Henry Fitzroy
HENRY FITZROY DUKE OF RICHMOND Illegitimate son of HENRY VIII - his mother was ELIZABETH BLOUNT

Martha Blount
MARTHA BLOUNT sister of Teresa Blount friend of Alexander Pope Date: 1690 - 1762

8th Baron Mountjoy
CHARLES BLOUNT, EARL OF DEVONSHIRE, 8TH BARON MOUNTJOY English soldier; created Earl of Devonshire in 1603. Date: 1562 ? - 1606

Title page, The Adventures of Harlequin by Francis Bickley, with illustrations by John Austen. Showing Harlequin himself in typical costume and pose. Date: 1923

WILLIAM BLOUNT (1749-1800). American political leader. Etching, 1888, by Albert Rosenthal

Source Size = 3970 x 2884
" FACE TO FACE:" EFFIE BLOUNTs EXPLANATION

Source Size = 3253 x 3958
The Misses Blount, by Jervas, in the National Portrait Exhibition, South Kensington, London, Uk, 1867

Mountjoy Blount, Earl of Newport Mountjoy Blount, Ist Earl of Newport, Anthony Van Dyck, 1599-1641, Flemish

Lunar Eclipse, showing the Earths shadow beginning to pass across the face of the Moon. From The Beauty of the Heavens by Charles F Blount (London, 1845). Coloured lithograph

Zodiacal Light, thought to be sunlight reflected from meteoric dust along the plane of the ecliptic. From The Beauty of the Heavens by Charles F Blount (London, 1845). Coloured lithograph

Cirro-cumulus cloud which occurs in summer in warm dry weather. Shown over the River Thames, London, England. In right foreground is a typical Thames sailing barge

Annular eclipse of the Sun, caused by the Moon passing between the Earth and the Sun at a distance which makes the Moon cast a shadow smaller than the Suns disk

Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights. Caused by high-speed particles ejected from the Sun, they are most commonly observed during periods of maximum sunspots

Horizontal Moon observed when the full Moon is close to the horizon and its shape is distorted by atmospheric refraction. From The Beauty of the Heavens by Charles F Blount (London, 1845)

Parallax. Diagram of planetary parallax showing the apparent difference in the position of a body when measured from two different positions on Earth. Used to measure the distance of a body

A key to the figures portrayed in Howard Chandler Christys painting of the signing of the U. S
CHRISTY: U.S. CONSTITUTION. A key to the figures portrayed in Howard Chandler Christys painting of the signing of the U.S. Constitution on 17 September 1787

SHAKESPEARE: FOLIO, 1623. Comedies, Histories and Tragedies, by William Shakespeare. First folio edition, published at London, England, 1623, by Iaggard and Blount

Sir Henry Blount
SIR HENRY BLOUNT Traveller in the Levant Date: 1602 - 1682

Mountjoy Blount
MOUNTJOY, baron BLOUNT sometimes known as the earl of Newport : natural son of Charles Blount, earl of Devonshire, finely dressed with a falling ruff. Date: 1597 - 1666

Hester, Lady Blount
HESTER (nee Wase) wife, first, of Sir John Mainwaring, then of Sir Henry BLOUNT. Date: CIRCA 1670

MALE & FEMALE, 1919. Gloria Swanson in a still from the film, Male and Female, directed by Cecil DeMille

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS, 1923. Scene in Egypt from the silent film The Ten Commandments directed by Cecil B. DeMille, 1923

Sir Edward Blount
SIR EDWARD BLOUNT Railway director in France

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"Capturing the Blount Legacy: A Glimpse into a Storied Family" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of the Blount family. From lavish shooting parties to exquisite portraits, their influence and opulence are undeniable. The Earl of Gainsborough's Birthday shooting party at Exton Park, Rutland, showcases the extravagant lifestyle of these idle rich individuals. Photographs from this event capture moments filled with laughter, camaraderie, and an abundance of game. Delve further into history as we explore portraits that depict outdoor sporting scenes featuring members of the Blount clan. These images not only showcase their love for leisurely pursuits but also highlight their impeccable taste in fashion and style. One cannot discuss the Blount family without mentioning Teresa Blount, whose beauty was immortalized by none other than Swift himself. Her enchanting presence continues to captivate hearts even centuries later. Mountjoy Blount, 1st Earl of Newport (1597-1666), stands as a testament to the family's enduring legacy. His accomplishments and contributions have left an indelible mark on history. Charles Blount, 1st Earl of Devonshire (1827), emerges as both courtier and soldier through a striking portrait by E Scriven. This depiction reflects his noble lineage while hinting at his unwavering dedication to duty. The artistic talents within the family shine through David Blount's portrayal of Mrs T Eyre Macklin (1901). The attention to detail and skillful brushwork demonstrate that creativity runs deep within their bloodline. Godfrey Blount's embroidered hanging from 1896 is a testament to craftsmanship passed down through generations. Its intricate design speaks volumes about their appreciation for artistry in all its forms. Martha Blount holds her own place among these illustrious figures with her gracefulness captured forever in photographs or paintings lost to time. Her contributions to the family's legacy are immeasurable.