Lord Protector Of The Commonwealth Collection (#3)

The Crown of England, St Edwards Crown, c1937. St Edwards Crown, the official coronation crown of British monarchs and part of the Crown Jewels

Oliver Cromwells Portable Steel Lock, c17th century, (1904)
Oliver Cromwells Portable Steel Lock. The portable lock that Cromwell allegedly used in his later years to increase his security. From The Connoisseur Vol. X [Otto Limited, London, 1904.]

Cromwell and Hampden, 1902. Artist: Patten Wilson
Cromwell and Hampden, 1902. It has been suggested that Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658) and other future architects of the English Civil War, including John Hampden (c1595-1643)

Oliver Cromwell trying a prisoner during the defence of Banbury. The Globe Room of Ye Olde Reine Deer Inn, Banbury. It is believed that the Globe Room was used by Oliver Cromwell as a headquarters

Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658) refusing the Crown, 1937
Oliver Cromwell rejecting the crown, 1657. Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician, turns down the offer of the English crown

Celebrities from history. Oliver Cromwell, Edward Black Prince, The Pretender, William D of Cumberland.Published by Alex Hogg, 18th century

Oliver Cromwell, taken from a series of cigarette cards, 1935
Oliver Cromwell. From the painting by Robert Walker, at the National Portrait Gallery. Taken from a series of cigarette cards entitled Celebrities of British History produced by Carreas Ltd, 1935

Oliver Cromwell as Christ, c1650s(?). Cromwell (1599-1658) as Christ, triumphing over evil in the shape of the Whore of Babylon and the beast of the apocalypse

The Battle of Marston Moor, 1644. The North lost to the king. The Parliamentarians under Thomas Fairfax defeated the Royalists at this battle in Yorkshire

Oliver Cromwell discovering the letter of King Charles I at the Blue Boar, Holborn, London, c1902

Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), c18th century (c1902)
Oliver Cromwell, c18th century (c1902). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volune III (c1902). Cromwell was a Member of Parliament at the outbreak of the English Civil War in 1642

Cromwell refusing the Crown, 1925. From Highroads of History, book II: Stories from British History, published by Thomas Nelson and Sons (London, Edinburgh, New York, 1925)

The Cromwell family, 1899. Oliver Cromwell, Robert Cromwell, Elizabeth Cromwell (sr) and Elizabeth Cromwell (jr). Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), Lord Protector of England, 1899

Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), Lord Protector of England, 1899. Artist: T Johnson
Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), Lord Protector of England, 1899. Cromwell was a Member of Parliament at the outbreak of the English Civil War in 1642

Oliver Cromwell and his Troops at Dunbar Singing the 118th Psalm, 1926. Artist: Andrew Garrick Gow
Oliver Cromwell and his Troops at Dunbar Singing the 118th Psalm, 1926. Cromwell (1599-1658) commanded the forces of Parliament during the English Civil War

Admiral Robert Blake (1599-1657), 1924
Admiral Robert Blake (1599-1657), as commander of the navy of Oliver Cromwells Commonwealth, became one of the most renowned seamen in English history

Elizabeth, wife of Oliver Cromwell, (1820). Artist: W Bond
Elizabeth, wife of Oliver Cromwell, (1820). Portrait of the wife of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician, and mother of his successor as Lord Protector, Richard Cromwell

Autograph note of Oliver Cromwell to a petition of the East India Company, November 1657, (1893). An illustration from A Short History of the English People, by John Richard Green

Oliver Cromwell, his daughter and his chaplain, 17th century. Artist: A Suntach
Oliver Cromwell, his daughter and his chaplain, 17th century. Cromwell, Lord Protector from 1653, pictured with his youngest daughter, Frances, and his chaplain, Jeremy Withe

Oliver Cromwell (1599-1654) dissolving the Long Parliament, 19th century. Artist: J Rogers
Oliver Cromwell (1599-1654) dissolving the Long Parliament, 19th century

Cromwell Suppressing the Mutiny in the Army, c1640s, (19th century). Artist: J Rogers
Cromwell Suppressing the Mutiny in the Army, c1640s, (19th century). Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician, bringing his troops under control

Cromwell at the Battle of Marston Moor, 2 July 1644, (19th century). The Parliamentarians under Thomas Fairfax defeated the Royalists at this battle in Yorkshire

Oliver Cromwell rejecting the crown, 1650s. Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician, turns down the offer of the English crown

Oliver, Richard and Elizabeth Cromwell. Artist: R Hancock
Oliver, Richard and Elizabeth Cromwell. Portrait of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician, with his wife and son

Medal from the time of Oliver Cromwell, 17th century

The deathbed of Oliver Cromwell, 3 September 1658, (19th century). Death of Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician

Dorothy, wife of Richard Cromwell, 17th century, (1825)

Oliver Cromwell. Portrait of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician, with an owl on his shoulder and branches or antlers growing out of his hat

Cromwell and his Daughter, (19th century). Artist: Lumb Stocks
Cromwell and his Daughter, (19th century). Portrait of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician, with one of his daughters

Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), 19th century. Artist: JJ Crew
Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), 19th century. Cromwell was a Member of Parliament at the outbreak of the English Civil War in 1642

Oliver Cromwell, 17th century English soldier and statesman, (c1850). Cromwell (1599-1658) commanded the forces of Parliament during the English Civil War

Cromwell Turns Out Parliament, 17th century, (c1850). Oliver Cromwell, leader of the parliamentary forces. Colour plate from Pictures of English History, published by George Routledge & Sons

Seal of the Protectorate with Oliver Cromwell on horseback, 17th century, (1899)
Seal of the Protectorate with a representation of Oliver Cromwell on horseback, 17th century, (1899). Reverse of the seal with a portrait of Cromwell (1599-1658)

The Embleme of Englands Distractions, 1658, (1899)
The Embleme of Englands Distraction as also of her attained and further expected Freedom and Happines per H. M. 1658, (1899)

A letter by Oliver Cromwell to Cardinal Mazarin, 4 December 1657, (1899). A facsimile of a letter from Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician, to Jules Mazarin

Bridget Fleetwood, eldest daughter of Oliver Cromwell, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Bridget Cromwell (1624-1681), daughter of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician

Nathaniel Fiennes, (c1608-1669), English politician, 17th century, (1899)
Nathaniel Fiennes, (c1608-1669), English politician, Commissioner of the Great Seal, 17th century, (1899). Illustration from Samuel Rawson Gardiners Oliver Cromwell, (Goupil & Co, London, Paris)

Richard Cromwell, second Lord Protector of England, Scotland and Ireland, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Richard Cromwell (1626-1712), son of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658)

John Disbrowe, English soldier, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Desborough (or Disbrowe (1608-1680), senior commander in the parliamentarian army

Charles Fleetwood, English Parliamentary soldier and politician, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Fleetwood (died 1692) who commanded a regiment in the New Model Army during the English civil war

Bridget Cromwell, eldest daughter of Oliver Cromwell, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Bridget Cromwell (1624-1681), daughter of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician

Oliver Cromwell, English soldier and statesman, 19th century. Artist: W Holl
Oliver Cromwell, English soldier and statesman, 19th century

This House is to Let, c1650s, (c1902-1905). Satirical print depicting Oliver Cromwells expulsion of the members from the House of Commons: Be gone you rogues you have sate long enough

Expulsion of Members by Cromwell, 1653, (18th century). The Dismissal of the Long Parliament; Oliver Cromwell expels members of the House of Commons

Letter from Oliver Cromwell to William Lenthall, 14th June 1645. Artist: Oliver Cromwell
Letter from Oliver Cromwell to William Lenthall, 14th June 1645. Letter announcing the defeat of the King (Charles I) at Naseby, near Market Harborough

Letter from John Pym to Sir Thomas Barrington, 2nd August 1643. Artist: John Pym
Letter from John Pym to Sir Thomas Barrington, 2nd August 1643. Letter written from Westminster four months before his death by Pym to Barrington, Member of the Parliamentary Commitee of Essex

Letter from Oliver Cromwell to Lord Fairfax, Wexford, 15th October, 1649. Artist: Oliver Cromwell
Letter from Oliver Cromwell to Lord Fairfax, Wexford, 15th October, 1649. Letter from Oliver Cromwell to Thomas Fairfax, 3rd Lord Fairfax of Cameron

Frances, Lady Russell, (1899). Artist: Herman van der Myn
Frances, Lady Russell, (1899). Portrait of Frances (1638-1721), youngest daughter of Oliver Cromwell. An illustration from Samuel Rawson Gardiners Oliver Cromwell, Goupil & Co, (London, Paris)

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"Lord Protector of the Commonwealth: The Legacy of Oliver Cromwell" Step back in time to the 17th century, where a man named Oliver Cromwell rose to prominence as a key figure in English history. Born in 1599, Cromwell would become known as the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth, leaving an indelible mark on his country. In this captivating collection of portraits and artworks, we catch glimpses into Cromwell's life and reign. A striking oil painting from c. 1653 showcases his commanding presence, while another portrait depicts him clad in armor with a lace collar, sword at his side—a symbol of strength and authority. Cromwell's influence extended beyond himself; Lieutenant General Lambert is depicted in an intriguing artwork from 1785, highlighting their shared military prowess. Another powerful image captures Cromwell dissolving the long Parliament—an act that solidified his position as a force to be reckoned with. Delve deeper into history through letters exchanged between Cromwell and General Fairfax—words penned during turbulent times that reveal both strategic thinking and unwavering determination. These correspondences offer us insight into the mind of a leader who shaped England's destiny. But who was Oliver Cromwell behind closed doors? An intimate portrayal shows him at leisure within London's Blue Boar inn—a glimpse into his personal life away from politics and warfare. Family ties are also explored here: Elizabeth Steward, mother to Oliver Cromwell, is immortalized in art alongside her influential son. Their connection serves as a reminder that even great leaders have roots grounded firmly within their families. As we reflect upon these images spanning centuries past, it becomes clear why Oliver Cromwell remains such an enigmatic figure today. His reign may have been cut short by tragedy—he was beheaded in 1658—but his impact on England cannot be understated. Oliver Cromwell—the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth—left behind not only a complex legacy but also a lasting imprint on the pages of history.