Sir Robert Peake

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Sir Robert Peake

SIR ROBERT PEAKE printseller of royalist sympathies Date: 1592 - 1667

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1592 1667 Peake Royalist Sympathies Printseller

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Sir Robert Peake: A Prominent Figure in the World of Seventeenth-Century Printmaking and Royalist Sympathies This evocative portrait captures the likeness of Sir Robert Peake (1592-1667), an influential figure in the realm of seventeenth-century printmaking and a known supporter of the English Royalist cause. Peake's dedication to his craft and unwavering loyalty to the monarchy are reflected in this striking image. Born in London, Peake apprenticed under the renowned engraver and publisher, John Payne, before establishing his own printmaking business. His shop, located in the heart of the city, became a hub for the production and dissemination of political and historical prints. Peake's works were not only sought after for their artistic merit but also for their political significance. During the tumultuous period of the English Civil War, Peake's sympathies for the Royalist cause became evident through his printmaking. He produced numerous works that supported the monarchy and denounced the Parliamentarians. One of his most famous prints, "The Humble Supplication of the Common People," depicted a crowd of commoners appealing to King Charles I for mercy and protection. This powerful image served as a rallying cry for the Royalist cause and solidified Peake's reputation as a passionate and committed supporter. Despite the risks associated with his political stance, Peake continued to produce and distribute his prints. His courage and dedication to his beliefs earned him the admiration of the Royalist cause and the ire of the Parliamentarians. Peake's legacy as a master printmaker and a staunch Royalist sympathizer continues to resonate in the annals of English history.

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