Privy Councillor Collection

Per Brahe the Younger
1577335 Per Brahe the Younger; (add.info.: Portrait of Per Brahe the Younger (1602-1680) a Swedish soldier and statesman. Dated 17th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Per Brahe d.y. 1602-1680, 1675. Creator: Anon
Per Brahe d.y. 1602-1680, 1675

Nils Bielke, 1644-1716, 1690. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Nils Bielke, 1644-1716, 1690

van Brienen, Russian Councilor of Legation in Stockholm, 1815. Creator: Christian Horneman
van Brienen, Russian Councilor of Legation in Stockholm, 1815

The late Mr. Sotheron Estcourt, 1876. Creator: Unknown
The late Mr. Sotheron Estcourt, 1876. Portrait of The Right Hon. Thomas Henry Sutton Sotheron-Estcourt, of Estcourt, in the county of Gloucester, and Darrington Hall, in the county of York...Mr

Portrait of count Jacob de la Gardie, 1606. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of count Jacob de la Gardie, 1606

Per Brahe d.y.1602-1680, 1679. Creator: Anon
Per Brahe d.y.1602-1680, 1679

Portrait of Reinoud III of Brederode, c.1545. Creator: Jan van Scorel
Portrait of Reinoud III of Brederode, c.1545. Other Title(s): Reinout III van Brederode (1493-1556), Lord of Vianen. Deacon in the Order of the Golden Fleece, Counselor and Chamberlain to Charles V

Carl Carlsson Gyllenhielm, 1574-1650, baron, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Carl Carlsson Gyllenhielm, 1574-1650, baron, c17th century

"Trial of the Pyx", at the Office of the Comptroller-General of the Exchequer, Whitehall, 1854. The trial takes place in the principal apartment of the Exchequer-office

Friedrich von Gerolt, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Baron Gerolt, between 1860 and 1875. [Prussian Privy Councillor, Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary in the United States]

A member of the Prussian Privy Council with three women (colour litho)
7201379 A member of the Prussian Privy Council with three women (colour litho) by Heilemann, Ernst (1870-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of a Nobleman said to be 7th Earl of Shrewsbury in Garter Robes
CH42477 Portrait of a Nobleman said to be 7th Earl of Shrewsbury in Garter Robes by Somer, Paul van (c.1576-1621); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gilbert Talbot)

Portrait of a Man, 1535 (oil and gold on oak)
5667206 Portrait of a Man, 1535 (oil and gold on oak) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); diam: 30.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

James Stewart, 1st Duke of Richmond
6317553 James Stewart, 1st Duke of Richmond. by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641) (after); (add.info.: James Stewart, 1st Duke of Richmond, 4th Duke of Lennox, 1612 - 1655)

Portrait of Sir Edward Coke, Lord Chief Justice, illustration from
745942 Portrait of Sir Edward Coke, Lord Chief Justice, illustration from Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great Britain, pub

Portrait of Sir John Mason (1503-66) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen
STC146750 Portrait of Sir John Mason (1503-66) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Essex

Portrait of Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen
STC146193 Portrait of Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, after a portrait by Hans Holbein the Younger (1498-1543)

Portrait of Thomas Sackville (1536-1608) 1st Baron Buckhurst from
STC146131 Portrait of Thomas Sackville (1536-1608) 1st Baron Buckhurst from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth after the portrait by John de Critz the Elder (c.1552-1642)

Thomas More, Lord Chancellor (1478-1535) engraved by Francesco Bartolozzi (1727-1815
STC152217 Thomas More, Lord Chancellor (1478-1535) engraved by Francesco Bartolozzi (1727-1815) (engraving) by Holbein the Younger

Grimsthorp in the county of Lincoln engraved by Johannes Kip (c. 1652-1722) (engraving)
STC152203 Grimsthorp in the county of Lincoln engraved by Johannes Kip (c.1652-1722) (engraving) by Knyff, Leonard (1650-1721) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: the seat of the Rt. Hon)

Portrait of Cuthbert Tunstall (1474-1559) Bishop of Durham from
STC146182 Portrait of Cuthbert Tunstall (1474-1559) Bishop of Durham from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Essex

Portrait of Charles Howard, Earl of Nottingham, illustration from
745935 Portrait of Charles Howard, Earl of Nottingham, illustration from Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great Britain, pub

Sir Thomas Docwra, from Honor Military, and Civill, William Segar, pub
3051726 Sir Thomas Docwra, from Honor Military, and Civill, William Segar, pub. Robert Barker, London, 1602 (hand coloured engraving) by Rogers

Portrait of Sidney, Earl of Godolphin, illustration from
745974 Portrait of Sidney, Earl of Godolphin, illustration from Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great Britain, pub. by Knapton, London 1742 (engraving) by Houbraken

Magnus Gabriel (1622-86) Count de la Gardie, from Portraits des Hommes Illustres
STC213572 Magnus Gabriel (1622-86) Count de la Gardie, from Portraits des Hommes Illustres, engraved by Petrus de Iode, published 1706 (engraving) by Hulle

The Envoys from the Queen of Madagascar (engraving)
1624185 The Envoys from the Queen of Madagascar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Envoys from the Queen of Madagascar)

Portrait of Sir Nicholas Bacon (1509-79) 1579 (oil on panel)
BAC155168 Portrait of Sir Nicholas Bacon (1509-79) 1579 (oil on panel) by English School, (16th century); 61x48.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Thomas Cromwell (c. 1485-1540) Ist Earl of Essex from
STC146126 Portrait of Thomas Cromwell (c.1485-1540) Ist Earl of Essex from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Essex

Portrait of Edward Sackville, illustration from Heads of Illustrious Persons of
745950 Portrait of Edward Sackville, illustration from Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great Britain, pub. by Knapton, London 1742 (engraving) by Houbraken

Marshal Count Per Brahe the Elder, c. 1581 (oil on canvas)
3087112 Marshal Count Per Brahe the Elder, c.1581 (oil on canvas) by Netherlandish School (16th century); 185x104 cm; Skokloster Castle

Edward Coke (1552-1634), engraved by Pierre Duflos (1742-1816), 1780 (copper engraving)
STC167421 Edward Coke (1552-1634), engraved by Pierre Duflos (1742-1816), 1780 (copper engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Kings Birthday Honours, Prominent Recipients (b / w photo)
1601231 The Kings Birthday Honours, Prominent Recipients (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kings Birthday Honours, Prominent Recipients)

The Three New Peers (engraving)
1056658 The Three New Peers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Three New Peers)

Some Recipients of New Year Honours (engraving)
1036677 Some Recipients of New Year Honours (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some Recipients of New Year Honours)

Portrait of John, Duke of Lauderdale, illustration from
745963 Portrait of John, Duke of Lauderdale, illustration from Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great Britain, pub. by Knapton, London 1742 (engraving) by Houbraken

Portrait of Thomas Sackville, Earl of Dorset, Baron of Buckhurst
745936 Portrait of Thomas Sackville, Earl of Dorset, Baron of Buckhurst, illustration from Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great Britain, pub

Portrait of Nicholas Bacon, illustration from Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great
745929 Portrait of Nicholas Bacon, illustration from Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great Britain, pub. by Knapton, London 1742 (engraving) by Houbraken

Portrait of Sir Nicholas Bacon (1509-79) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen
STC146745 Portrait of Sir Nicholas Bacon (1509-79) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Essex

Portrait of William Herbert (c. 1506-70) 1st Earl of Pembroke from
STC146140 Portrait of William Herbert (c.1506-70) 1st Earl of Pembroke from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Essex

Portrait of Charles Howard, 2nd Baron Howard of Effingham
5670889 Portrait of Charles Howard, 2nd Baron Howard of Effingham, 1576 (w/c on vellum in a gilt metal frame) by Hilliard, Nicholas (1547-1619); 5.2x4.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Portrait of Edward Coke (1552-1634) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth
STC146189 Portrait of Edward Coke (1552-1634) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Essex

The Late Duke of Leinster (engraving)
1063256 The Late Duke of Leinster (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Duke of Leinster)

Lord Ebury (engraving)
1063217 Lord Ebury (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Ebury, the Oldest Peer of the Realm and Privy Councillor)

Earl Godolphin, (1645-1712), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Earl Godolphin, (1645-1712), 1830. Sidney Godolphin, 1st Earl of Godolphin (1645-1712) British politician, Privy Councillor, Secretary of State

Charles Mordaunt, Earl of Peterborough, 1784. Creator: Unknown
Charles Mordaunt, Earl of Peterborough, 1784. Charles Mordaunt, 3rd Earl of Peterborough (1658-1735), English nobleman and military leader

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"Privy Councillor: A Glimpse into the World of Power and Influence" Step back in time to the era of privilege and authority with these captivating portraits. Friedrich von Gerolt, a prominent figure between 1860 and 1875, remains shrouded in mystery as his creator is unknown. His enigmatic presence invites us to delve into the secrets of his role as a Privy Councillor. Intrigue deepens as we witness "The Trial of Lord William Russell, " captured in an engraving from centuries ago. This historical event showcases the power dynamics at play within this esteemed council, where even nobility like Lord Russell faced judgment. A vivid lithograph reveals a member of the Prussian Privy Council surrounded by three women. The juxtaposition of gender hints at societal norms and perhaps sheds light on their influence behind closed doors. The portrait believed to depict the 7th Earl of Shrewsbury adorned in Garter Robes exudes regality. As a Privy Councillor, he would have been privy to confidential discussions that shaped history. Another striking portrait captures an anonymous man from 1535, rendered meticulously with oil and gold on oak. Was he also part of this elite circle? His gaze suggests wisdom accumulated through years spent navigating corridors filled with whispers and political maneuvering. James Stewart, 1st Duke of Richmond's portrait adds another layer to our understanding. As both Privy Councillor and nobleman, he held immense sway over matters that affected nations. Sir Edward Coke's illustration further emphasizes the significance bestowed upon those who ascended to become Lord Chief Justice—his position within this prestigious council only heightened his authority. Sir John Mason's portrayal offers insight into yet another influential figure within Queen Elizabeth I's court—a testament to how far-reaching this council's reach truly was during its zenith. Thomas More stands resolute in his depiction—an emblem of integrity and intellect.