Henry Capel, Baron Capel of Tewkesbury
(1638-1696), Establisher of the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, politician and government official; son of 1st Baron CapelSitter associated with 3 portraits
Like his elder brother Arthur, Henry Capel opposed the succession of James II and subsequently held office under William III. He is responsible for establishing a garden at Kew.
Henry Capel, Baron Capel of Tewkesbury
by John Hoskins
watercolour on vellum, circa 1655
NPG 5703
Unknown man engraved as Henry Capel, Baron Capel of Tewkesbury
after a print published by Henry Colburn
photograph, early 20th century (1827)
NPG D42206
Related People
- Mary, Duchess of Beaufort (sister)
- Arthur Capel, 1st Baron Capel (father)
- Elizabeth, Lady Capel (mother)
- Charles Capel (brother)
- Elizabeth Dormer (née Capel), Countess of Carnarvon (sister)
- Arthur Capel, 1st Earl of Essex (brother)
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