Henry Marten (Martin)
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Henry Marten (Martin)
by Sir Peter Lely
oil on canvas, feigned oval, 1650s
29 1/4 in. x 24 1/4 in. (743 mm x 616 mm)
Purchased, 1978
Primary Collection
NPG 5176
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- Henry Marten (Martin) (1601 or 1602-1680), Politician and regicide. Sitter associated with 4 portraits.
Artistback to top
- Sir Peter Lely (1618-1680), Portrait painter. Artist associated with 824 portraits, Sitter associated with 18 portraits.
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The inscription 'now' was probably added at a later date and may refer to his support for the King's execution.
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- Saywell, David; Simon, Jacob, Complete Illustrated Catalogue, 2004, p. 413
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