Samuel L Bensusan Collection

Anne of Cleves, 1539, (1909). Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
Anne of Cleves, 1539, (1909). Henry VIII married Anne (1515-1557), a German Protestant princess, in 1540 for political reasons at the urging of his Chancellor, Thomas Cromwell

The Three Graces, 1773, (c1912). Artist: Sir Joshua Reynolds
The Three Graces, 1773, (c1912). Three Ladies adorning a Term of Hymen, painting in the Tate Gallery, London. The Graces are the daughters of Sir W Montgomery: the Hon Mrs Beresford on the left

Lord Heathfield, 1787, (c1912). Artist: Sir Joshua Reynolds
Lord Heathfield, 1787, (c1912). Painting in the National Gallery, London. Portrait of Governor of Gibraltar George Augustus Eliott (1717-1790) symbolically holding the key to the fortress

The Age of Innocence, c1788, (c1912). Artist: Sir Joshua Reynolds
The Age of Innocence, c1788, (c1912). Painting in the Tate Gallery, London. British portrait painter Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792) promoted the ‘ Grand Style in painting

Mrs. Hoare and Child, 1763-1764, (c1912). Artist: Sir Joshua Reynolds
Mrs. Hoare and Child, 1763-1764, (c1912). Mrs Susanna Hoare and Child, painting in the Wallace Collection, London. Portrait of Susanna Hoare (1743-1795) and her eldest daughter, Susanna Cecilia

Erasmus, 1523, (1909). Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
Erasmus, 1523, (1909). Desiderus Erasmus (1497-1543), Dutch humanist and scholar, was probably the greatest scholar of the northern Renaissance

Hans Holbein, 1909. The German artist Holbein (1497-1543) was court painter to King Henry VIII. He is known as one of the greatest portraitists of the 16th century

George Gisze, 1532, (1909). Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
George Gisze, 1532, (1909). Portrait of German merchant Georg Gisze. Painting housed in the Gema ldegalerie, Berlin. The German artist Holbein (1497-1543) was court painter to King Henry VIII

Duchess of Devonshire and Child, c1786, (c1912). Artist: Sir Joshua Reynolds
Duchess of Devonshire and Child, c1786, (c1912). Portrait of Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire (1757-1806) and her daughter Lady Georgiana Cavendish (Little G) (1783-1858)

Sir Henry Wyatt, c1537, (1909). Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
Sir Henry Wyatt, c1537, (1909). Portrait of Wyatt (c1460-1537), was a Privy Councillor and Treasurer of the Chamber of Henry VIII. Painting in the Louvre Museum, Paris

A Group of Angels, 15th century, (c1909). Artist: Fra Angelico
A Group of Angels, 15th century, (c1909). Italian Early Renaissance painter Fra Angelico (born Guido di Pietro, c1395-1455) was a Dominican friar (his name means Angelic friar )

Jane Seymour, 1536-1537, (1909). Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
Jane Seymour, 1536-1537, (1909). Jane Seymour (1509-1537), the third wife of King Henry VIII, was queen for less than two years

Portrait of Two Gentlemen, c1778, (c1912). Artist: Sir Joshua Reynolds
Portrait of Two Gentlemen, c1778, (c1912). Mr Huddesford and Mr Bampfylde, painting in the Tate Gallery, London. George Huddesford (1749-1809), dressed in a black silk van Dyck costume

Sir Joshua Reynolds, (c1912). British portrait painter Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792) promoted the ‘ Grand Style in painting

The Ambassadors, 1533, (1909). Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
The Ambassadors, 1533, (1909). Portrait of Jean de Dinteville (left), French Ambassador to England in 1533, and Georges de Selve, Bishop of Lavaur, who visited him in London

The Ansidei Madonna, 1505, (c1912). Artist: Raphael
The Ansidei Madonna, 1505, (c1912). Painting in the National Gallery, London. Altar-piece commissioned by Niccolo Ansidei for his family chapel dedicated to Saint Nicholas in the church of San

St. Peter the Martyr, 15th century, (c1909). Artist: Fra Angelico
St. Peter the Martyr, 15th century, (c1909). Italian Early Renaissance painter Fra Angelico (born Guido di Pietro, c1395-1455) was a Dominican friar (his name means Angelic friar )

The Infant Christ, 15th century, (c1909). Artist: Fra Angelico
The Infant Christ, 15th century, (c1909). Italian Early Renaissance painter Fra Angelico (born Guido di Pietro, c1395-1455) was a Dominican friar (his name means Angelic friar )

Christ as a Pilgrim Met by Two Dominicans, 15th century, (c1909). Artist: Fra Angelico
Christ as a Pilgrim Met by Two Dominicans, 15th century, (c1909). Italian Early Renaissance painter Fra Angelico (born Guido di Pietro)

A Figure of Christ, 15th century, (c1909). Artist: Fra Angelico
A Figure of Christ, 15th century, (c1909). Italian Early Renaissance painter Fra Angelico (born Guido di Pietro, c1395-1455) was a Dominican friar (his name means Angelic friar )

Detail from the Coronation of the Virgin, 15th century, (c1909). Artist: Fra Angelico
Detail from the Coronation of the Virgin, 15th century, (c1909). Italian Early Renaissance painter Fra Angelico (born Guido di Pietro)

Two Angels with Trumpets, 15th century, (c1909). Artist: Fra Angelico
Two Angels with Trumpets, 15th century, (c1909). Italian Early Renaissance painter Fra Angelico (born Guido di Pietro, c1395-1455) was a Dominican friar (his name means Angelic friar )

Fra Angelico, c1909. 20th century portrait of Italian Early Renaissance painter Fra Angelico (born Guido di Pietro, c1395-1455)

Portrait of Lady and Child, c1780, (c1912). Painting in the Tate Gallery, London, in the manner of Sir Joshua Reynolds. At one time believed to represent the Hon Mrs Musters and her son

Nelly O Brien, c1762-1763, (c1912). Artist: Sir Joshua Reynolds
Nelly O Brien, c1762-1763, (c1912). Painting in the Wallace Collection. Nelly O Brien (died 1768), a well-known beauty and courtesan, holding a Maltese lapdog

Sir Richard Southwell, 1536, (1909). Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
Sir Richard Southwell, 1536, (1909). Southwell (c1502-1564) was an English Privy Councillor, and High Sheriff of Norfolk and Suffolk. Painting in the Uffizi Gallery, Florence

Portrait of a Man, 1541, (1909). Artist: Hans Holbein the Younger
Portrait of a Man, 1541, (1909). Portrait of a 28-year-old man, painting in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna. The German artist Holbein (1497-1543) was court painter to King Henry VIII

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Samuel L. Bensusan: A Collector's Passion Unveiled Step into the world of Samuel L. Bensusan, a connoisseur of art and history whose collection spans across centuries. His fascination with the past is evident in his diverse assortment of artworks, each telling a unique story. One such masterpiece is "Anne of Cleves" by Hans Holbein the Younger, painted in 1539. This captivating portrait captures the essence of Anne's enigmatic beauty, leaving viewers intrigued by her role as Henry VIII's fourth wife. Moving forward to 1773, we encounter Sir Joshua Reynolds' "The Three Graces. " These ethereal figures embody elegance and harmony, symbolizing unity amidst diversity—a timeless message that resonates even today. In 1787, Reynolds once again mesmerizes us with "Lord Heathfield, " an imposing figure exuding strength and determination. The painting immortalizes General George Augustus Eliott for his heroic defense during the Great Siege of Gibraltar—an embodiment of resilience against all odds. "The Age of Innocence, " created around 1788 by Reynolds himself, transports us to an era characterized by purity and simplicity. It serves as a poignant reminder that innocence can be found amidst life's complexities if we look closely enough. Reynolds' talent shines through yet again in "Mrs. Hoare and Child" from 1763-1764—a tender portrayal capturing maternal love at its purest form. The artist skillfully depicts their bond through gentle brushstrokes and warm hues that evoke feelings of warmth and affection. Holbein makes another appearance with his iconic piece "Erasmus" from 1523—showcasing his ability to capture not only physical likeness but also intellectual depth within a single canvas. Bensusan's collection also includes other notable works such as Holbein's self-portrait from 1909.