Earl Of Rochester Collection

Laurence Hyde, Earl of Rochester; Obit 1711, 1815. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Laurence Hyde, Earl of Rochester; Obit 1711, 1815. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of the reign

Nell Gwyn, Restoration actress, lover of the Earl of Rochester, long-time mistress of King Charles II of England
6340208 Nell Gwyn, Restoration actress, lover of the Earl of Rochester, long-time mistress of King Charles II of England, 1650-1687 by Wright, Thomas (1792-1849); (add.info.: Nell Gwyn)

Enmore Castle, Somerset, seat of the Earl of Egmont
5912666 Enmore Castle, Somerset, seat of the Earl of Egmont. by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: Enmore Castle, Somerset, seat of the Earl of Egmont)

Laurence Hyde, 1st Earl of Rochester, English politician and writer (engraving)
3622528 Laurence Hyde, 1st Earl of Rochester, English politician and writer (engraving) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Laurence Hyde)

Laurence Hyde, Earl of Rochester, 1741 (engraving)
451643 Laurence Hyde, Earl of Rochester, 1741 (engraving) by Houbracken, Jacobus (1698-1780); 37.6x23.6 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; (add.info.: Laurence Hyde)

John Wilmot, 2nd Earl of Rochester, English poet and courtier (engraving)
3622522 John Wilmot, 2nd Earl of Rochester, English poet and courtier (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Wilmot, 2nd Earl of Rochester)

John, Earl of Rochester (engraving)
3623166 John, Earl of Rochester (engraving) by Harding, S. (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John, Earl of Rochester)

Laurence Hide Earl of Rochester, 1785. Creator: Unknown
Laurence Hide Earl of Rochester, 1785. Laurence Hide, 1st Earl of Rochester (1642-1711), English statesman and writer, originally a supporter of James II he later supported the Glorious Revolution in

John Wilmot, Earl of Rochester (b. 1648, d. 1680), 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Illustration for the drama Sodom by John Wilmot, 2nd Earl of Rochester, 1909. Private Collection

Letter from James II to his brother-in-law, Lawrence Hyde, late 17th century. Artist: King James II
Letter from James II to his brother-in-law, Lawrence Hyde, First Lord of the Treasury, late 17th century. Letter written, as Duke of York

Letter from John Dryden to Laurence Hyde, c1682-1683. Artist: John Dryden
Letter from John Dryden to Laurence Hyde, c1682-1683. Letter from the poet John Dryden to Laurence Hyde, Earl of Rochester, First Lord of the Treasury on his necessities

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"Unveiling the Scandalous Earl of Rochester: A Tale of Love, Lust, and Infamy" Step into the captivating world of 17th-century England as we delve into the scandalous life of John Wilmot, better known as the notorious Earl of Rochester. In this intriguing scene from William Harrison Ainsworth's "Old St Pauls, " artist John Franklin transports us back to a time teeming with political intrigue and debauchery. At the heart of our story lies Nell Gwyn, a bewitching Restoration actress who captured not only the Earl's heart but also became King Charles II's long-time mistress. Together, they embarked on a tumultuous affair that would forever shape their destinies. Enmore Castle in Somerset stands as an emblematic backdrop to our tale - it was here that Laurence Hyde, 1st Earl of Rochester resided. This influential English politician and writer left an indelible mark on history through his involvement in politics and literature. Through various engravings spanning centuries, we witness different iterations of Laurence Hyde or John Wilmot himself. Each portrayal captures their essence - be it charm or audacity - reminding us why these figures continue to fascinate historians and artists alike. Intriguingly enough, even King Charles II found himself entangled in disguises while riding before Mrs Lane during early 18th century escapades. Such clandestine encounters added fuel to rumors surrounding his relationship with Nell Gwyn and further heightened public curiosity about the infamous earl. John Leech's evocative illustration titled "The Royal Oak" takes us beyond courtly affairs into a moment when Charles' whereabouts were unknown to even loyal confidants like the Penderell Family. These historical events serve as reminders that amidst grandeur lurked secrets waiting to be unraveled.