Charles Montagu, 1st Duke of Manchester
(circa 1662-1722), DiplomatLater Stuart Portraits Catalogue Entry
Sitter in 3 portraits
Charles Montagu led a career as a diplomat, serving in Venice, France and Vienna. His 'elegant manners and polite addresses' made him highly successful. He also held political posts in Britain, and served at court under George I, who made him a Duke in 1719.
Charles Montagu, 1st Duke of Manchester
by Sir Godfrey Kneller, Bt
oil on canvas, circa 1712
NPG 3216
Charles Montagu, 1st Duke of Manchester
by John Faber Jr, after Sir Godfrey Kneller, Bt
mezzotint, 1732
NPG D33100
Charles Montagu, 1st Duke of Manchester
by John Faber Jr, after Sir Godfrey Kneller, Bt
mezzotint, 1732
NPG D8568
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