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Joseph - Spencer Perceval N070526
APSLEY HOUSE, London. " Spencer Perceval" (1762-1812) by George Francis JOSEPH (1764-1846) Prime Minister 1809 until his assassination. WM 1558-1948. Spencer Perceval was second son of the Earl of Egmont. A successful barrister, he entered Parliament in 1796, became Solicitor General in 1801, Attorney General in 1802, Chancellor of the Exchequer in 1807 and Prime Minister in 1809. On 11 May 1812 he was assassinated in the House of Commons by John Bellingham, a " man of disordered mind". This painting was made from a death-mask taken by Joseph Nollekens, and is one of several made after Percevals death. The National Portrait Gallery has another version. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 1719869
Filename: N070526.jpg
Size: 3645 x 4500 (14.7MB)
Date: 25th August 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
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This print showcases a remarkable painting titled "Spencer Perceval" by George Francis Joseph. The portrait depicts the esteemed Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Spencer Perceval (1762-1812), who held office from 1809 until his tragic assassination. Born as the second son of the Earl of Egmont, Perceval's journey to political prominence began with his successful career as a barrister before entering Parliament in 1796. His ascent continued rapidly, serving as Solicitor General in 1801 and Attorney General in 1802. In 1807, he assumed the role of Chancellor of the Exchequer before ultimately becoming Prime Minister two years later. However, on that fateful day of May 11th, 1812, tragedy struck when John Bellingham, described as a man with a disordered mind, assassinated Perceval within the House of Commons. The painting itself was created by George Francis Joseph based on a death-mask taken by Joseph Nollekens shortly after Perceval's untimely demise. This particular artwork is one among several made following his passing; another version can be found at The National Portrait Gallery. Through this evocative image captured by A. J. Photographics for Historic England's collection, we are reminded not only of Spencer Perceval's significant contributions to politics but also the fragility and unpredictability inherent within historical events.
