Gottfried Kneller Collection (#4)

John Locke, English philosopher, c1680-1704. Artist: Sir Godfrey Kneller
John Locke, English philosopher, c1680-1704. Locke (1632-1704) is regarded as the father of British empiricism. He was the author of Essay Concerning Human Understanding (1690)

Sir Isaac Newton, English scientist and mathematician, c1700. Artist: Jacobus Houbraken
Sir Isaac Newton, English scientist and mathematician, c1700. Newtons discoveries were prolific and exerted a huge influence on science and thought

Anne (1665-1714), Queen of Great Britain and Ireland from 1702. Queen Anne was the second daughter of James II and sister of Mary II

Francis Atterbury (1663-1732) English prelate, polemical writer and orator, 1732. Atterbury became Bishop of Rochester in 1713

Joseph Addison (1672-1719), English essayist, poet, playwright and politician. Artist: Thornthwaite
Joseph Addison (1672-1719), English essayist, poet, playwright and politician, 1794. He was a friend of Richard Steele and Jonathan Swift and edited The Spectator with Steele in 1711-1712

George I (1660-1727), c1714. Artist: Sir Godfrey Kneller
George I (1660-1727), c1714. German born King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1714, Elector of Hanover (1698). First Hanoverian king of Great Britain

Portrait of Peter the Great, mid 19th century. Artist: Enrico Belli
Portrait of Peter the Great, mid 19th century. Peter I (1672-1725) succeeded his father Alexis I as Tsar in 1682, initially ruling jointly with his half-brother, Ivan V

An old scholar, copy after Gottfried Kneller, 1645 - 1672

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Gottfried Kneller, a renowned artist of the 19th century, captured the essence and beauty of various influential figures in his portraits. One such masterpiece is his depiction of Sir Isaac Newton, the brilliant English mathematician, astronomer, and physicist. With meticulous brushstrokes and attention to detail, Kneller immortalized Newton's intellectual prowess on canvas. In another striking work by Kneller, he portrayed Charles Beauclerk (1670-1726), Duke of St. Albans around 1690-95. The painting exudes an air of aristocratic elegance as Beauclerk gazes confidently into the distance. Kneller's talent extended beyond nobility; he also painted George Byng, Viscount Torrington in 1837. Through skillful use of light and shadow, Kneller brought out Byng's dignified demeanor and commanding presence. One cannot overlook Kneller's portrayal of Isabella, Duchess of Grafton in 1692. The delicate strokes convey her gracefulness while capturing her regal charm for all eternity. Sidney Godolphin was another notable subject depicted by Kneller around 1740. As Lord High Treasurer during that time period, Godolphin commanded respect and authority which were expertly conveyed through this portrait. The School of Godfrey Kneller produced a remarkable piece titled "A Warrior" in 1710. This captivating artwork showcases the strength and valor embodied by warriors throughout history. Mary Marchioness Of Rockingham is beautifully rendered in a portrait from 1720 by Sir Godfrey Kneller himself. Her poise reflects both her status as a noblewoman and her inner strength as she faces life's challenges head-on. Grinling Gibbons comes to life under John Smith's skilled hand in a portrait from 1690 that pays homage to his exceptional craftsmanship as one of England’s finest woodcarvers during that era.