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Thomas Wentworth - Earl of Stafford
Thomas Wentworth, 1st Earl of Strafford, was a significant but controversial figure in English history. Born in 1593, he started his career as a critic of King Charles I in Parliament. However, his views changed, and he became a strong royal advisor. As Lord Deputy of Ireland (1633-1640), he implemented reforms to strengthen royal control and increase revenue, but his authoritarian rule caused friction with Parliament. The inscription "OB 1641" you encountered likely refers to "obiit," the Latin word for "he died," indicating his death in 1641. Despite the King's initial efforts to protect him, Wentworth was impeached by Parliament for treason and ultimately executed. His death is seen as a pivotal event leading up to the English Civil War.
Artist: Sir Anthony Van Dyck
Sculptor/Engraver T. Robinson
Print Type: Engraving
Date: 18th/19th century
Dimensions: 7 x 4 1/2"
Condition Report: Decorated margins trimmed. Strong impression.
Subject References: 188F
Thomas Wentworth, 1st Earl of Strafford, was a significant but controversial figure in English history. Born in 1593, he started his career as a critic of King Charles I in Parliament. However, his views changed, and he became a strong royal advisor. As Lord Deputy of Ireland (1633-1640), he implemented reforms to strengthen royal control and increase revenue, but his authoritarian rule caused friction with Parliament. The inscription "OB 1641" you encountered likely refers to "obiit," the Latin word for "he died," indicating his death in 1641. Despite the King's initial efforts to protect him, Wentworth was impeached by Parliament for treason and ultimately executed. His death is seen as a pivotal event leading up to the English Civil War.
Artist: Sir Anthony Van Dyck
Sculptor/Engraver T. Robinson
Print Type: Engraving
Date: 18th/19th century
Dimensions: 7 x 4 1/2"
Condition Report: Decorated margins trimmed. Strong impression.
Subject References: 188F
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