1st Duke Collection

JOHN CHURCHILL (1650-1722). 1st Duke of Marlborough. English military commander. Oil on canvas attributed to John Closterman (1660-1711), after John Riley (1646-1691)

Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson, 1st Duke of Bronte, 1758 to 1805. British naval commander
3085320 Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson, 1st Duke of Bronte, 1758 to 1805. British naval commander, 19th century print engraved by Heath for the Lady's Magazine.; (add.info)

John Maitland, Duke of Lauderdale (engraving)
964833 John Maitland, Duke of Lauderdale (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Maitland, Duke of Lauderdale)

Marlborough Leading the Attack, illustration from Glorious Battles of English
IL193440 Marlborough Leading the Attack, illustration from Glorious Battles of English History by Major C.H. Wylly, 1920s (colour litho) by Payne, Henry A

Portrait of Claude de Lorraine (1496-1550) Duc de Guise (colour litho)
PER287372 Portrait of Claude de Lorraine (1496-1550) Duc de Guise (colour litho) by French School; Private Collection; (add.info)

Cardinal Jules Raymond Mazarin Portrait Cardinal
Cardinal Jules Raymond Mazarin, 1st Duke of Rethel, Mayenne and Nevers, 1602 - 1661, born Giulio Raimondo Mazzarini or Mazarini. Italian cardinal, diplomat and politician

John Churchill 1650-1722 Duke Marlborough Portrait
John Churchill (1650-1722), Duke of Marlborough, Portrait of John Churchill (1650-1722), Duke of Marlborough. Bust, slightly to the left

George Villiers 1592-1628 Duke Buckingham Portrait
George Villiers (1592-1628), Duke of Buckingham, Portrait of George Villiers (1592-1628), Duke of Buckingham. Bust, in profile to the right, with earring

Allegory victories Allies 1704 Praelteeken hundred
Allegory of the victories of the Allies in 1704 Praelteeken of one hundred and fifty towns and cities of the Danube, Ryn and Moselle redeemed by the Inauspicious Heroes

Portrait John Campbell English Field Marshal John Campbell
Portrait of John Campbell, Portrait of the English Field Marshal John Campbell, 2nd Duke of Argyll, 1st Duke of Greenwich

Portrait John Churchill Marlborough Joh Dux Marlborough
Portrait of John Churchill Marlborough Joh. Dux Marlborough. March Blanfort (title on object), Portrait of general John Churchill Marlborough, standing tall at the table with a stitch

Portrait George Villiers First Earl Buckingham
Portrait of George Villiers, First Earl of Buckingham, bust with lace collar and pearl strings. Oval frame with motto, four lines of Latin inscription below, George Villiers (1st Duke of Buckingham)

Esme Stuart 1St Duke Of Lennox Born Circa 1542 To 1583 Scottish Noble From Iconographia Scotica Or Portraits Of Illustrious Persons Of Scotland By John Pinkerton Published London 1797 Engraved By P

ENGLAND: BLENHEIM PALACE. The Palladian mansion at Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England, built for John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough

Tickling Trout, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke, Wellington, British, 1769-1852, ca. 1843
Tickling Trout, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (British, 1769-1852), ca. 1843

Drawings Prints, Print, Family William Cavendish, Marquess Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Sitter
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Family of William Cavendish, Marquess of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Sitter, Engraver, Sitter, Artist, After, William Cavendish, 1st Duke of Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Arthur Wellesley 1st Duke Wellington Great Generals series
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Portrait John Churchill 1st Duke Marlborough
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Portrait of George Monck, 1st Duke of Albemarle, English Admiral and Statesman, workshop of Peter Lely (Sir), 1650 - 1700

Anne de Montmorency (1493-1567) Marshal and Constable of France (litho)
KW232402 Anne de Montmorency (1493-1567) Marshal and Constable of France (litho) by French School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; French, out of copyright

BATTLE OF WATERLOO. Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, ordering troops to advance during the Battle of Waterloo, during the Napoleonic Wars, 18 June 1815. Illustration, English, 1894

JOHN CHURCHILL (1650-1722). 1st Duke of Marlborough. English military commander. Churchill giving orders at daybreak before the Battle of Blenheim, 13 August 1704

BATTLE OF OUDENARDE, 1708. John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, visiting the French prisoners after the Battle of Oudenarde during the War of Spanish Succession, 1708. Engraving, English, 1893

PLAYING CARD, 1707. The French abandon Ghent at the approach of the Duke of Marlborough, 2 June 1706. Playing card from a deck published in 1707 at London

PLAYING CARD, 1707. The Duke of Marlborough obliges Limburg to surrender at Discretion, 28 September 1705. Playing card from a deck published in 1707 at London

PLAYING CARD, 1707. The magistrates of Oudenard wait upon the Duke of Marlborough, desire his protection, & swear fidelity

DUKE OF WELLINGTON (1769-1852). Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, visiting the set-up of the Great Exhibition at the Crystal Palace in Hyde Park, London, in April 1851

FRANCISCO SERRANO (1810-1885). 1st Duke of la Torre. Spanish marshal and statesman. Wood engraving, American, 1885

DUKE OF WELLINGTON (1769-1852). Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington. English general and statesman. Red chalk drawing, August 1812, by Francisco Goya y Lucientes

THOMAS PELHAM-HOLLES (1693-1768). 1st Duke of Newcastle. English politician. Pastel, c1752, by William Hoare

1st DUKE OF NEWCASTLE. 1st Duke of Newcastle and 7th Earl of Lincoln. Canvas, c1721, by Godfrey Kneller

JAMES HAMILTON (1811-1885). 1st Duke of Abercorn. British politician, statesman, and Lord Lieutenant of Ireland. Photograph, 1876

JOHN HOWARD (1430?-1485). 1st Duke of Norfolk (of Howard line) and Earl Marshal of England. Etching, c1819

GEORGE VILLIERS (1592-1628). 1st Duke of Buckingham. English courtier and politician. The Duke of Buckingham and his family

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"The Morning of Sedgemoor, 1685: A Glimpse into the Life of the 1st Duke" Step back in time to the year 1685, as we delve into the life and legacy of one of England's most esteemed military commanders - John Churchill, better known as the 1st Duke of Marlborough. This captivating painting by Edgar Bundy transports us to that fateful morning at Sedgemoor, where history was about to be written. Born in 1650, John Churchill rose through the ranks with his exceptional leadership skills and strategic brilliance. His name became synonymous with victory on countless battlefields across Europe. From Blenheim Palace to Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England - his achievements are etched in stone and celebrated even today. As we gaze upon this masterpiece depicting "Marlborough Leading the Attack, " from Glorious Battles of English illustrations, we can almost feel the adrenaline coursing through our veins. The artist beautifully captures Churchill's unwavering determination and fearlessness amidst chaos. But let us not forget those who influenced him along his journey. The engraving showcasing John Maitland, Duke of Lauderdale reminds us that great leaders often have mentors who shape their character and guide them towards greatness. Intriguingly enough, this portrait also introduces Claude de Lorraine Duc de Guise - a figure whose indomitable spirit resonated with Churchill throughout his career. Perhaps it was Guise's tenacity that inspired him during pivotal moments on the battlefield. Yet another influential figure in Churchill's life was Cardinal Jules Raymond Mazarin - a man whose political acumen left an indelible mark on European history, and is said that he imparted valuable wisdom upon young John Churchill during their encounters. And then there is Esme Stuart - a Scottish nobleman hailing from Iconographia Scotica or Portraits Of Illustrious Persons Of Scotland.