Lord Protector Of The Commonwealth Collection (#4)

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)

Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector of England, 1750. Portrait of Cromwell (1599-1658), English soldier and statesman, Commander in Chief of the Parliamentary forces

Oliver Cromwell, 1860. Portrait of Cromwell (1599-1658), English soldier and statesman, Commander in Chief of the Parliamentary forces

Oliver Cromwell, 19th century. Portrait of Cromwell (1599-1658), English soldier and statesman, Commander in Chief of the Parliamentary forces

Oliver Cromwell, 1775. Artist: T Cook
Oliver Cromwell, 1775. Portrait of Cromwell (1599-1658), English soldier and statesman, Commander in Chief of the Parliamentary forces

The part of Cromwell, in the Musketeers. Artist: Matis
The part of Cromwell, in the Musketeers. Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), leader of the parliamentarians during the English Civil War

Elizabeth Cromwell, wife of Oliver Cromwell, 1899
Elizabeth Cromwell, wife of Oliver Cromwell, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of the wife of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician

Henry Cromwell, fourth son of Oliver Cromwell, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Henry Cromwell (1628-1674), fourth son of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician

Mrs Claypole (Elizabeth Cromwell), second daughter of Oliver Cromwell, 17th century, (1899)
Mrs Claypole (Elizabeth Cromwell), second daughter of Oliver Cromwell, (1899). Portrait of Elizabeth Cromwell (born 1629-1658), daughter of Oliver Cromwell, (1599-1658)

John Lambert, English soldier, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Lambert (1619-1684) who served as an English Parliamentary general in the English Civil War

Sir Henry Vane, English politician and author, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Vane (1613-1662), statesman and Member of Parliament who was tried for high treason and beheaded on Tower Hill

John Thurloe, English lawyer, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Thurloe (1616-1668), secretary to the council of state in Protectorate England

John Milton, English poet, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Milton (1608-1674) who became totally blind in about 1652. Illustration from Samuel Rawson Gardiners Oliver Cromwell, (Goupil & Co)

Algernon Sydney, English politician, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Sydney (1623-1683), an opponent of King Charles II of England

George Monck, 1st Duke of Albemarle, English soldier and sailor, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of George Monck, Duke of Albemarle (1608-1670)

Henry Marten, English regicide, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Marten (1602-1680), found guilty of taking part in the death of King Charles I

Thomas Fairfax, 3rd Lord Fairfax of Cameron, English soldier, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Fairfax (1612-1671), commander during the English Civil War

William Hamilton and John Maitland, 17th century, (1899)
William Hamilton, 2nd Duke of Hamilton, and John Maitland, 1st Duke of Lauderdale, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Scottish nobleman Hamilton (1616-1651), left

Sir William Waller, English soldier, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Waller (c1597-1668). Illustration from Samuel Rawson Gardiners Oliver Cromwell, (Goupil & Co, London, Paris, New York, 1899)

Henry Ireton, English general, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Ireton (1611-1651), a general in the army of Parliament during the English Civil War

Prince Rupert of the Rhine, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Rupert (1619-1682), commander of the Royalist cavalry during the English Civil War

George Joyce, English soldier, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Cornet George Joyce (born 1618), an agitator during the English Civil War

Edward Montagu, 2nd Earl of Manchester, (1602-1671), 1899
Edward Montagu, 2nd Earl of Manchester, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Montagu, English nobleman. In the English Civil War Montagu (1602-1671)

Oliver Cromwell, (1599-1658), English military leader and politician, (1899). Portrait made from a plaster mask, said to have been taken during his life

Archibald Campbell, 1st Marquess of Argyll, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Campbell (1607-1661) who was de facto head of government in Scotland during the 1640s

John Hampden, English politician, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Hampden (c1594-1643). Illustration from Samuel Rawson Gardiners Oliver Cromwell, (Goupil & Co, London, Paris, New York, 1899)

John Selden, English jurist, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Selden (1584-1654), legal antiquary and oriental scholar. Illustration from Samuel Rawson Gardiners Oliver Cromwell, (Goupil & Co)

John Pym, English parliamentarian, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Pym, (1584-1643), leader of the Long Parliament. Illustration from Samuel Rawson Gardiners Oliver Cromwell, (Goupil & Co, London)

Sir John Maynard, Serjeant at Law, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Maynard (1602-1690), an illustration from Samuel Rawson Gardiners Oliver Cromwell, (Goupil & Co, London, Paris, New York, 1899)

A letter to a Mr Storie by Oliver Cromwell, St Ives, 11 January, 1635-1636, (1899). Letter written by Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician

Oliver Cromwell aged two, 1601, (1899). Portrait of a young Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician

Oliver Cromwell, English military leader and politician, 1649, (1899). Portrait of Cromwell (1599-1658) from the collection of Leeds Museums and Galleries, England

Robert Cromwell, father of Oliver Cromwell, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of the father of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician

Elizabeth Cromwell, Oliver Cromwell, and Richard Cromwell, (1907). Triple portrait showing Oliver Cromwell (centre), with his mother Elizabeth on the left, and his son Richard on the right

Oliver Cromwells signature, (1907). Artist: Oliver Cromwell
Oliver Cromwells signature, (1907). Two signatures by Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician, the Lord Protector ; one dated 19 October 1651, and the other from 11 August 1657

Church of All Saints, Martock, Somerset, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Church of All Saints, Martock, Somerset, 20th century. Dating from 13th century and designated as a Grade I listed building

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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.