Earl Of Salisbury Collection

Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury, Secretary of State and Lord Treasurer to King James I; Obit 1612. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of

Robert Cecil, 1697. Creator: John Smith
Robert Cecil, 1697

Portrait in the Council House of Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury (w / c on paper)
2831787 Portrait in the Council House of Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury (w/c on paper) by Manning, Joseph (c.1801-1861/1871); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Robert Cecil)

The Earl of Salisbury and John Lydgate (coloured engraving)
2797150 The Earl of Salisbury and John Lydgate (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Earl of Salisbury and John Lydgate)

The Death of Elizabeth I, Queen of England (colour litho)
2818308 The Death of Elizabeth I, Queen of England (colour litho) by Delaroche, Hippolyte (Paul) (1797-1856) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death of Elizabeth I, Queen of England)

Longsword, Earl of Salisbury; Robert, Earl of Essex
LLM456253 Longsword, Earl of Salisbury; Robert, Earl of Essex by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Longsword, Earl of Salisbury; Robert, Earl of Essex)

Sir Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury (engraving)
2791495 Sir Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury)

Richard Nevil, Earl of Salisbury, 1483-85
LLM458003 Richard Nevil, Earl of Salisbury, 1483-85 by Shaw, Henry (1800-73); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard Nevil, Earl of Salisbury, 1483-85)

Robert Cecil (engraving)
961585 Robert Cecil (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Cecil, Earl Of Salisbury (1563-1612)

Earl of Salisbury (engraving)
3649950 Earl of Salisbury (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Earl of Salisbury. King Richard the II. From an original in the British Museum)

John Lydgate, presenting his book to the Earl of Salisbury (engraving)
3621177 John Lydgate, presenting his book to the Earl of Salisbury (engraving) by Shaw, Henry (1800-73); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Lydgate, presenting his book to the Earl of Salisbury)

Sir Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury (engraving)
2790512 Sir Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury)

Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury (engraving)
666402 Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury)

Front of Hatfield House, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Front of Hatfield House, 1898. Hatfield House built in 1611 by Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury and Chief Minister to King James I, with gardens laid out by John Tradescant the elder

The Dining-Hall, Hatfield, 1898. Creator: Unknown
The Dining-Hall, Hatfield, 1898. Hatfield House built in 1611 by Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury and Chief Minister to King James I. From " Our Own Country, Volume II"

The Great Hall, Hatfield House, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1894. Creator: Unknown
The Great Hall, Hatfield House, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1894. The Marble Hall, with oak carving by John Bucke, dates from 1611

Robert Cecil, First Earl of Salisbury, early 17th century, (1911). Artist: Renold Elstrack
Robert Cecil, First Earl of Salisbury, early 17th century, (1911). English statesman Robert Cecil (1563-1612) succeeded his father as an advisor to Elizabeth I

Hatfield House, South Front, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury, English statesman, (1825). The son of William Cecil, Lord Burghley, chief advisor to Elizabeth I

William Longsword, Earl of Salisbury, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech
William Longsword, Earl of Salisbury, c1860, (c1860). William LongespUe, 3rd Earl of Salisbury (c1176-1226) an English noble

The Bishop of Beauvais capturing Salisbury, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech
The Bishop of Beauvais capturing Salisbury, c1860, (c1860). Philip of Dreux (1158-1217) the Bishop of Beauvais capturing William LongespUe

Second part of King Henry VI. Act 2. Scene 2. York, Salisbury & Warwick, 1795. Artist: Anker Smith
Second part of King Henry VI. Act 2. Scene 2. York, Salisbury & Warwick, 1795. After William Hamilton (1751-1801). From Shakespeare Gallery, Pall Mall, 1795, by John Boydell. [J. & J

Robert Cecil (c1563-1612), 1st Earl of Salisbury, English statesman, 1912
Robert Cecil (c1563-1612), 1st Earl of Salisbury, English statesman. The son of William Cecil, Lord Burghley, chief advisor to Elizabeth I

Hatfield House, Hertfordshire, home of the Marquis of Salisbury, 1880. The house was built in 1611 by Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury, Chief Minister to King James I

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"The Illustrious Legacy of the Earl of Salisbury: A Glimpse into Power, Politics, and Patronage" Step back in time as we delve into the captivating world of Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury. Through a series of remarkable portraits and engravings, we witness the influential figure who left an indelible mark on history. In the oil-on-panel portrait titled "Portrait of Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury, " his commanding presence is evident. With piercing eyes and a regal countenance, he exudes authority befitting his esteemed position. This masterpiece captures his essence as a shrewd statesman and trusted advisor to Queen Elizabeth I. Moving to another depiction found within the Council House is "Portrait in the Council House of Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury. " Here, rendered with watercolors on paper, we observe him engrossed in matters that shape nations. The intensity etched upon his face reflects his tireless dedication to governance and diplomacy. One cannot overlook "The Death of Elizabeth I" lithograph where our protagonist's role becomes even more pronounced. As one era ends and another begins with James I ascending to power, it is through Cecil's astute guidance that England transitions seamlessly amidst political uncertainties. Yet this tale extends beyond mere politics; it intertwines with literature too. In John Lydgate's colored engraving aptly named "The Earl of Salisbury and John Lydgate, " their collaboration comes alive before our eyes. The earl's patronage nurtures artistic endeavors like never before – fostering creativity while leaving an enduring cultural imprint for generations to come. As we explore further glimpses from history such as Richard Nevil's engraved portrayal or Longsword's association with Essex – both Earls bearing ties to Salisbury – it becomes clear how intertwined this noble lineage was with pivotal moments throughout English history. Sir Robert Cecil himself takes center stage once again in various engravings.