John Cochran Collection

Margaret Tudor. Queen of Scotland, c1525, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
Margaret Tudor. Queen of Scotland, c1525, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of Marie d Assigny, Madame de Canaples (1502-1558, wife of Jean de Crequy), dressed as Margaret Tudor (1489-1541)

J. Abernethy, (1846). Creator: John Cochran
J. Abernethy, (1846). Portrait of British surgeon and physiologist John Abernethy (1764-1831), who was a pupil of the prominent surgeon John Hunter. [Fisher, Son & Co, London, 1846]

Algernon Percy, Earl of Northumberland, c1630s, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
Algernon Percy, Earl of Northumberland, c1630s, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of Algernon Percy, 10th Earl of Northumberland (1602-1668)

George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham, 1620s, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham, 1620s, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham (1592-1628), the favourite, and some claim

Blanch Somerset, Baroness Arundell of Wardour, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
Blanch Somerset, Baroness Arundell of Wardour, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of Blanche Somerset, Lady Arundell of Wardour (1583-1649), wife of Thomas, 2nd Baron Arundell of Wardour

Francis, Lord Cottington, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
Francis, Lord Cottington, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of English statesman Francis Cottington, 1st Baron Cottington (1578-1652), Lord High treasurer

James Stuart, Duke of Richmond, c1640, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
James Stuart, Duke of Richmond, c1640, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of Scottish nobleman James Stewart, 1st Duke of Richmond, 4th Duke of Lennox (1612-1655)

Henry Percy, Earl of Northumberland, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
Henry Percy, Earl of Northumberland, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of English nobleman Henry Percy, 9th Earl of Northumberland (1564-1632)

Francis Russell, Earl of Bedford, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
Francis Russell, Earl of Bedford, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of English politician Francis Russell, 4th Earl of Bedford (1593-1641), one of the leading opponents of King Charles I

Queen Anne, (mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
Queen Anne, (mid 19th century). Portrait of 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

Reverend Thomas Adkins, c19th century. Artist: John Cochran
Reverend Thomas Adkins, c19th century. British Reverend in Southampton and missionary who visited Jersey and Guernsay in 1826. From a photograph by Maull & Polyblank

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John Cochran, a talented artist of the early to mid-19th century, captured the essence and beauty of numerous historical figures through his exquisite portraits. From Margaret Tudor, the Queen of Scotland in c1525, to Algernon Percy, Earl of Northumberland in the 1630s, Cochran's skillful brushstrokes brought these individuals to life on canvas. In his portrayal of George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham in the 1620s, Cochran showcased not only his artistic prowess but also his ability to capture the charisma and charm that made this nobleman so influential. Blanch Somerset, Baroness Arundell of Wardour was another subject who found herself immortalized by Cochran's talent during this era. Cochran's attention to detail is evident in his depiction of Henry Howard, Earl of Surrey from c1546. The intricate lines and shading bring out every nuance and expression on Surrey's face. Similarly meticulous is Francis Cottington Lord Cottington; Cochran masterfully portrays this prominent figure with an air of authority befitting his status. James Stuart Duke Richmond posed for Cochran around c1640; here we see a regal countenance combined with a hint of vulnerability. Henry Percy Earl Northumberland also graced one of Cochran's canvases during this period; capturing both power and nobility within a single frame. Francis Russell Earl Bedford became yet another notable subject for John Cochran as he continued to create stunning portraits throughout the early-mid 19th century. His rendition showcases Russell's dignified presence alongside subtle hints at inner strength. Even Queen Anne herself sat for John Cochran during this time period - her portrait radiating grace and poise under his skilled hand. And finally, Anne Carre Countess Bedford had her likeness preserved forever by Cochran in 1834; her delicate features rendered with remarkable precision.