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Duke of Monmouth taken after the battle of Sedgemoor
3789876 Duke of Monmouth taken after the battle of Sedgemoor by Smirke, Robert (1752-1845) (after); (add.info.: Duke of Monmouth taken after the battle of Sedgemoor. James 1st Duke of Monmouth (1649-1685) the illegitimate son of Charles II, fought for the British in the Third Anglo-Dutch War (1672-1674), and was beheaded in 1685 after a failed attempt to depose James II, in what was called the Monmouth Rebellion. After the engraving by T.Sherratt, after the painting by R. Smirke.
History of England, Vol.1 Hume & Smollet, George Virtue: London, plate after p.848); Lebrecht History
Media ID 25497244
© Lebrecht History / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures the Duke of Monmouth in a moment of reflection after the intense Battle of Sedgemoor. The image, taken by renowned artist Robert Smirke, portrays James 1st Duke of Monmouth, the illegitimate son of Charles II and a significant figure in British history. The Duke's resolute gaze reflects his determination and resilience as he fought for Britain during the Third Anglo-Dutch War. However, this battle would not be his last; it was ultimately his ill-fated attempt to depose James II that led to his tragic end. The failed rebellion, known as the Monmouth Rebellion, resulted in his execution by beheading in 1685. Smirke's masterful depiction beautifully captures both the strength and vulnerability of this historical figure. The engraving by T. Sherratt further enhances the details and emotions portrayed in Smirke's original painting. As we delve into this piece from Fine Art Finder's collection, we are transported back to seventeenth-century England—a time marked by political turmoil and power struggles within royal circles. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of an era when battles were fought on English soil and ambitions clashed amidst European confrontations. Through this image, we glimpse into history—into a world where loyalty is tested, alliances shift, and individuals like James 1st Duke of Monmouth leave an indelible mark on British culture and heritage.
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