Wt Mote Collection

John, First Lord Somers, c1700, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: WT Mote
John, First Lord Somers, c1700, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of English politician John Somers, 1st Baron Somers (1651-1716), holding the Lord Chancellors Purse

Robert Greville, Lord Brooke. From the original, in the collection of The Right
Robert Greville, Lord Brooke, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of English soldier Robert Greville, 2nd Baron Brooke (1608-1643), a Roundhead general in English Civil War

Robert Harley, Earl of Oxford, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: WT Mote
Robert Harley, Earl of Oxford, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of English statesman and politician Robert Harley, 1st Earl of Oxford and Mortimer (1661-1724)

Margaret of Lancaster, mother of Henry VII. Artist: WT Mote
Margaret of Lancaster, mother of Henry VII. Lady Margaret Beaufort (1443-1509) was a descendant of John of Gaunt, founder of the House of Lancaster

Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (c1475-1530), 1832. Artist: WT Mote
Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (c1475-1530), 1832. Wolsey was an English statesman and a cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church. He was Henry VIIIs most important government minister

Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, (1832). Artist: WT Mote
Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, (1832). Wolsey (c1475-1530), was an English statesman and a cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church

John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute, British Prime Minister, (1831). Artist: WT Mote
John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute, British Prime Minister, (1831). Stuart (1713-1792) was Prime Minister of Great Britain from 1762-1763

William Pulteney, 1st Earl of Bath, English politician, (1832). Artist: WT Mote
William Pulteney, 1st Earl of Bath, English politician, (1832). When Pulteneys (1684-1764) friend Robert Walpole was sent to the Tower of London in 1712

Richard Boyle, 3rd Earl of Burlington, English patron of the arts, (1831). Artist: WT Mote
Richard Boyle, 3rd Earl of Burlington, English patron of the arts, (1831). Boyle (1694-1753), known as the architect Earl, was instrumental in the revival of Palladian architecture

Francis Russell, 5th Duke of Bedford, 1834. Artist: WT Mote
Francis Russell, 5th Duke of Bedford, 1834. Russell (1765-1802) joined the Whigs in the House of Lords, and became a member of the circle of the Prince of Wales, (later King George IV)

Frederick North, 2nd Earl of Guilford, Prime Minister of Great Britain, (1833). Artist: WT Mote
Frederick North, 2nd Earl of Guilford, Prime Minister of Great Britain, (1833). North (1732-1792) formed a government in 1770 but resigned on March 27 1782

Major-General Robert Clive, 1st Baron Clive of Plassey, British statesman and general, (1833). Artist: WT Mote
Major-General Robert Clive, 1st Baron Clive of Plassey, British statesman and general, (1833). In 1757 at the Battle of Plassey

Robert Harley, 1st Earl of Oxford, politician, (1832). Artist: WT Mote
Robert Harley, 1st Earl of Oxford, politician, (1832). Robert Harley, 1st Earl of Oxford and Mortimer (1661-1724), was an English statesman of the Stuart and early Georgian periods

Robert Clive, 1st Baron Clive of Plassey, statesman and general, (19th century). Artist: WT Mote
Robert Clive, 1st Baron Clive of Plassey, statesman and general, (19th century). In 1757 at the Battle of Plassey, Clive (1725-1774)

Walter Aston, 1st Lord Aston of Forfar, (1832). Artist: WT Mote
Walter Aston, 1st Lord Aston, (1832). In 1622, Aston was engaged by the crown to negotiate a marriage between Charles, the Prince of Wales (the future King Charles I), and an Infanta of Spain

Henry Bennet, 1st Earl of Arlington, 17th century English statesman. Artist: WT Mote
Henry Bennet, 1st Earl of Arlington, 17th century English statesman. Bennet (1618-1685) was a prominent statesman of the Restoration period

George Abbot, Archbishop of Canterbury, 19th century. Artist: WT Mote
George Abbot, Archbishop of Canterbury, 19th century. Portrait of the archbishop (1562-1633)

William Warham, Archbishop of Canterbury, 19th century. Artist: WT Mote
William Warham, Archbishop of Canterbury, 19th century. Portrait of the archbishop (1450-1532)

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"WT Mote: Capturing the Faces of History" Step back in time as we delve into the world of WT Mote, a talented artist whose works have immortalized prominent figures from various eras. From John, First Lord Somers, a key political figure during the early 18th century, to Robert Greville, Lord Brooke, whose portrait showcases his noble stature. Mote's artistry transcends time and brings us closer to historical personalities such as Robert Harley, Earl of Oxford. His detailed brushstrokes reveal the essence of this influential man who played a significant role in politics during the early-mid 19th century. Not limited to politicians alone, Mote also captured Margaret of Lancaster with great finesse. As Henry VII's mother, her portrait exudes strength and grace through Mote's skilled hand. One cannot ignore Cardinal Thomas Wolsey's presence within Mote's collection. Whether it be his depiction in c1475 or later in 1832 - both portraits showcase the cardinal's commanding aura and intelligence that made him an important figure during his time. Moving forward through history brings us face-to-face with John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute - British Prime Minister known for his controversial policies. Mote masterfully captures Bute's enigmatic personality through intricate details that bring life to this captivating portrait. The gallery continues with William Pulteney, 1st Earl of Bath - an English politician whose influence reverberated throughout society during the early 19th century. Through Mote's brushwork emerges a man shrouded in power and authority. Richard Boyle takes center stage next; he was not only an English patron of the arts but also left an indelible mark on architectural design. In this painting by WT Mote from 1831, Boyle emanates sophistication and refined taste. Francis Russell follows suit as we explore another masterpiece by Mote.