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Sir John Gell 1650 circa (miniature on metal)
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Sir John Gell 1650 circa (miniature on metal)
5927576 Sir John Gell 1650 circa (miniature on metal) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Sir John Gell 1650 circa.
Miniature portrait in oil on copper, English school, 1650 circa.
Sir John Gell (1593-1671) was High Sheriff of Derbyshire when he was commissioned as colonel to raise a Parliamentarian regiment during the English Civil War (1642-1651). His regiment took part in several engagements including the sieges of Chester and Lichfield and the Battle of Hopton Heath.
In 1645, Sir John failed to intercept the KindAs troops in their flight from Naseby to Leicester. This gave rise to suspicions about his allegiances and he was accused of taking part in plots against the Commonwealth and was committed to the Tower of London in 1650. Gell was tried by the High Court and condemned to forfeit his estates. However, he was released in 1652 and obtained a full pardon the following year.); eNational Army Museum; out of copyright
Media ID 22324392
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This print showcases a miniature portrait of Sir John Gell, created on metal by an unknown artist in the 19th century. The artwork is currently housed at the National Army Museum in London. Sir John Gell, depicted here around 1650, was a prominent figure during the English Civil War. As High Sheriff of Derbyshire, he was commissioned to raise a Parliamentarian regiment to fight against Royalist forces. His regiment played a crucial role in various battles and sieges, including those of Chester and Lichfield, as well as the Battle of Hopton Heath. However, despite his military achievements, suspicions arose regarding Sir John's loyalty when he failed to intercept King Charles I's troops fleeing from Naseby to Leicester in 1645. These suspicions led to accusations that he had conspired against the Commonwealth government. Consequently, Sir John was imprisoned in the Tower of London in 1650. After facing trial by the High Court and being condemned to forfeit his estates, Sir John's fortunes took a turn for the better when he was released in 1652 and granted a full pardon just one year later. This intriguing print provides us with an intimate glimpse into the life and tumultuous times of Sir John Gell—a man whose allegiances were questioned but ultimately redeemed through his release and subsequent pardon.
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