William Augustus Collection

William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, c. 1758 (oil on canvas)
PNH452564 William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, c.1758 (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 165x152.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

William Augustus, 1st Duke of Cumberland (engraving)
964837 William Augustus, 1st Duke of Cumberland (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Augustus, 1st Duke of Cumberland)

A Chelsea white bust of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1721-1765)
1766856 A Chelsea white bust of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1721-1765) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Chelsea white bust of William Augustus)

Portrait of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, standing three-quarter length
652122 Portrait of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, standing three-quarter length, in Garter Robes, (oil on canvas) by Reynolds

Prince Charlie at the Battle of Culloden, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

Marske, 1750-1779, (1911)
Marske, 1911. Marske (1750-July 1779) was a Thoroughbred racehorse, best known as siring the great Eclipse. From British Sports and Sportsmen Part 1. [British Sports and Sportsmen, London, 1911]

William, Duke of Cumberland, 1790. Prince William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1721-1765), son of George II of Great Britain and Caroline of Ansbach. He was Duke of Cumberland from 1726

William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, 1732. Artist: William Hogarth
William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, 1732. Portrait of the third and youngest son of King George II as boy. From William Hogarth, by Austin Dobson. [Hachette Et Cie, Paris, 1904]

The Indian Emperor, 1732. Artist: William Hogarth
The Indian Emperor, 1732. A scene from John Drydens play The Indian Emperour or the Conquest of Mexico by the Spaniards as performed in the year 1731 at Mr Conduit s, Master of the Mint

Prince William Augustus, (1721-1765), youngest son of George II (1683-1760), 1912
Prince William Augustus 1721-1765), third and youngest son of George II (1683-1760) of Great Britain, 1758. He is generally best remembered for his role in putting down the Jacobite Rising at

John of Gant mounted, or, Mars on his Journey... 1747
John of Gant mounted, or, Mars on his Journey. If music be the food of love, play on, 1747. The Duke of Cumberland, younger son of George II, uncle of George III and famous womaniser

The Battle of Culloden, 1746, (c1850s). The last military clash ever to be fought on mainland Britain, between the English under the Duke of Cumberland

Letter from William Augustus to Thomas Pelham-Holles, 23rd April 1746. Artist: William Augustus Cumberland
Letter from William Augustus to Thomas Pelham-Holles, 23rd April 1746. Letter written from Inverness a week after the battle of Culloden (16th April) by William Augustus

Battle of Culloden, 16 April 1746 (18th century). Culloden was the last battle of the 1745 Jacobite rising under Charles Edward Stuart, the Young Pretender

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William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, was a prominent figure in 18th-century British history. Known for his military prowess and controversial actions, he left an indelible mark on the era. The various portraits and depictions of him throughout the years showcase his commanding presence. In the c. 1758 oil painting by an unknown artist, William Augustus stands tall and regal, exuding confidence as he gazes into the distance. His engraved portrait captures his stern expression and strong features, emphasizing his role as a formidable leader. A Chelsea white bust immortalizes the Duke's likeness with intricate details that highlight his noble stature. This sculpture serves as a reminder of his influential position in society during the early 18th century. Another three-quarter length portrait showcases William Augustus in all his glory. Dressed in military attire, he emanates authority and determination—a true embodiment of a powerful leader. The Battle of Culloden holds significant historical importance for William Augustus. In Prince Charlie at the Battle of Culloden (c1907), we catch a glimpse of this pivotal moment through artistry's lens—an event that would forever shape both Scottish and British history. Marske (1750-1779) portrays one aspect of William Augustus' life outside military exploits—the world of horse racing which he passionately pursued. This artwork reflects not only his love for equestrian pursuits but also highlights another facet to this complex individual. William Augustus' legacy extends beyond visual representations; it lives on through stories passed down generations later like The Indian Emperor (1732) by William Hogarth—depicting scenes from John Dryden's play where Prince Charles Edward Stuart is portrayed alongside other notable figures including our protagonist himself. Prince William Augustus may have been George II's youngest son (1721-1765), but he proved himself worthy time and again through strategic decisions on battlefields across Europe—earning him the title of Duke of Cumberland.