Kneller Collection (#5)

1st DUKE OF NEWCASTLE. 1st Duke of Newcastle and 7th Earl of Lincoln. Canvas, c1721, by Godfrey Kneller

SIR GODFREY KNELLER. (1646-1723). British painter. Self-portrait on canvas

DANIEL FINCH (1647-1730). 2nd Earl of Nottingham and 7th Earl of Winchilsea. English statesman. Oil on canvas, c1720, by Sir Godrey Kneller

NELL GWYN (1650-1687). English actress and mistress of Charles II. Oil on canvas (detail), by Sir Godfrey Kneller

EARL OF HALIFAX. Charles Montagu. (1661-1715). English statesman. Oil on canvas by Sir Godfrey Kneller, c1703-10

GRINLING GIBBONS (1648-1720). English woodcarver and sculptor. Oil on canvas after a painting, c1690, by Sir Godfrey Kneller

WILLIAM CONGREVE (1670-1729). English dramatist. Oil on canvas, 1709, by Sir Godfrey Kneller

CHARLES SACKVILLE (1638-1706). 6th Earl of Dorset. English poet and courtier. Oil on canvas, c1697, by Sir Godfrey Kneller

GEORGE II (1683-1760). King of Great Britain and Ireland, 1727-1760. Painting after Sir Godfrey Kneller, c1716

KING WILLIAM III OF ENGLAND. (1650-1702). King of England, 1689-1702. Oil by Sir Godfrey Kneller

KING GEORGE I OF ENGLAND (1660-1727). King of England, 1714-1727. Canvas, 1716, by Sir Godfrey Kneller

KING JAMES II OF ENGLAND (1633-1701). King of Great Britain and Ireland, 1685-1688. Oil on canvas, 1684-85, by Sir Godfrey Kneller

KING GEORGE I (1660-1727). King of Great Britain and Ireland, 1714-1727. Oil on copper after Sir Godfrey Kneller

Christopher Wren (1632-1723) English architect, mathematician and physicist. Early 20th century chromolithograph after portrait by Kneller

John Locke (1632-1704) English philosopher. Engraving by Vertue after portrait by Kneller

John Radcliffe (1650-1714), English physician born at Wakefield, Yorkshire. Attended William III, Mary II and Queen Anne. Radcliffe Infirmary and Observatory at Oxford built

Isaac Newton (1642-1727). English mathematician and physicist. Engraving (1836) after portrait by Godfrey Kneller

Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727). Portrait by Sir Godfrey Kneller 1689. Newton was an English physicist, mathematician, astronomer, natural philosopher, alchemist

Anne (1665-1714), younger daughter of James II, queen of Great Britain and Ireland from 1702. Portrait c1690 attributed to Godfrey Kneller

Samuel Pepys (1633-1703) English diarist and naval administrator. Became Secretary to the Admiralty. Portrait by Godfrey Kneller

George Byng, lst Viscount Torrington (1663-1733) English naval commander: Admiral of the Fleet 1718. First Lord of the Admiralty from 1727. Engraving after portrait by Godfrey Kneller

John Benbow (1653-1702) English naval commander born in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Vice-Admiral 1701. In the West Indies, off Santa Marta

John Tillotson (1630-1694) English churchman, born at Sowerby, Yorkshire. Archbishop of Canterbury 1691-1694. Engraving after the portrait by Godfrey Kneller

English physician. Steel engraving, 19th century, after a painting by Sir Godfrey Kneller
JOHN RADCLIFFE (1650-1714). English physician. Steel engraving, 19th century, after a painting by Sir Godfrey Kneller

BARLOW, Thomas Oldham (1824-1895). Portrait of Isaac Newton. 1863. Detail of the portrait of Isaac Newton based on a work by Sir Godfrey Kneller. Baroque art. Oil on canvas. FRANCE. Paris

GEORGE I (1660-1727). King of Great Britain and Ireland (1714-1727). Painting by Hermann Goldschmidt from an original of Gottfried Kneller. Oil on canvas. FRANCE. Versailles

JOHN DRYDEN (1631-1700). English poet. Oil on panel after Sir Godfrey Kneller

WILLIAM CONGREVE (1670-1729). English dramatist. Line engraving, English, 18th century, after a painting, 1709, by Sir Godfrey Kneller

JAMES RADCLYFFE (1689-1716). 3rd Earl of Derwentwater. English Jacobite military leader. Line engraving, 18th century, after a painting by Sir Godfrey Kneller

JOHN ERSKINE (1675-1732). 22nd Earl of Mar. Scottish Jacobite military leader and politician. Mezzotint and line engraving, 18th century, after the painting by Sir Godfrey Kneller

SIDNEY GODOLPHIN (1645-1712). First Earl of Godolphin. English statesman. Stipple engraving after Sir Godfrey Kneller

SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN (1632-1723). English architect. Line and stipple engraving, 1833, after a painting by Sir Godfrey Kneller

WILLIAM CONGREVE (1670-1729). English dramatist. Line engraving, English, 1794, after a painting, 1709, by Sir Godfrey Kneller

JOSEPH ADDISON (1672-1719). English statesman and man-of-letters. Wood engraving after Sir Godfrey Kneller

JOSPEH ADDISON (1672-1719). English essayist, poet, and statesman. Line engraving, English, 1819, after Sir Godfrey Kneller

JOHN WALLIS (1616-1703). English mathematician. Line engraving after Sir Godfrey Kneller

JOHN CHURCHILL (1650-1722). 1st Duke of Marlborough. English military commander. Steel engraving, 1835, after Sir Godfrey Kneller

George I / Guizot / Kneller
GEORGE I KING OF ENGLAND Date: 1660 - 1727

John Dryden, English poet and playwright
John Dryden (1631-1700), English poet and playwright. Dryden was born in Northamptonshire, the eldest of 14 children. In 1644 he went to Westminster School where he received a classical education

Joseph Addison, English essayist
Joseph Addison (1672-1719), English essayist and politician. Addison was born in Wiltshire and educated at Charterhouse School and Queens College, Oxford

Kit Cat Club
A gathering of the Kit-Kat Club, a London political and literary society which was the centre of opposition during Queen Annes Tory ministry (1710-14)

William III
KING WILLIAM III Wearing ermine robes

John Somers / Kneller
JOHN, baron SOMERS statesman

Kneller Hall
KNELLER HALL, Whitton - the Military School of Music

William Iii / Kneller / Smit
KING WILLIAM III Reigned 1688-1702

Wren Kneller Thane
SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN The architect of St Pauls Cathedral

Wren / Kneller / Holl
SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN Architect of St Paul s, with the cathedral in the background

Wren / Kneller / Scriven
Sir Christopher Wren Architect

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"Capturing the Essence of Greatness: The Kneller Collection" Step into a world where art meets history, as we explore the captivating works of Sir Godfrey Kneller. Known for his remarkable ability to portray prominent figures of his time, Kneller's paintings offer a glimpse into the lives and personalities of some of England's most influential individuals. One such masterpiece is his portrayal of Sir Isaac Newton, the brilliant mind behind groundbreaking scientific discoveries. With meticulous brushstrokes, Kneller immortalizes Newton's intellectual prowess and enigmatic aura on canvas, reminding us of his everlasting impact on our understanding of the universe. In another striking piece attributed to Kneller, we are introduced to Queen Anne herself - an iconic figure in English history. Through delicate strokes and vibrant colors, he captures her regal grace and strength that defined her reign from 1702 until 1714. Kneller's talent extends beyond royalty; he also painted renowned philosopher John Locke with great precision. This portrait showcases Locke's contemplative gaze and intellectual depth, reflecting their close relationship as friends and collaborators. Not limited to political or philosophical figures alone, it also portrayed Charles Beauclerk, Duke of St. Albans - a man whose charm radiates through every stroke. His captivating expression hints at a life filled with intrigue and adventure during this tumultuous period in English history. Amongst these notable sitters is Sarah Churchill (née Jennings), Duchess of Marlborough - a woman who wielded immense influence over Queen Anne herself. In this painting by Kneller, she exudes confidence and determination befitting her position as one of England's most powerful women at that time, not only skilled in capturing human subjects but also had an eye for depicting mathematicians like John Wallis and George Byng Viscount Torrington. These portraits showcase their dedication to their respective fields while highlighting their unique personalities through subtle details expertly rendered by the artist.