19 OF 25

Interview between Queen Elizabeth & the Earl of Essex

19 of 25 portraits of Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex

by Thomas Milton, published by Robert Bowyer, after Robert Smirke
line engraving, published 1806
13 1/8 in. x 9 1/8 in. (333 mm x 231 mm) paper size
Purchased, 1966
Reference Collection
NPG D31838

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Sittersback to top

Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603), Reigned 1558-1603. Sitter associated with 125 portraits.
Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex (1565-1601), Soldier; favourite of Elizabeth I. Sitter associated with 25 portraits.

Artistsback to top

Robert Bowyer (1758-1834), Miniature painter and publisher. Artist associated with 46 portraits.
Thomas Milton (1742 or 1743-1827), Printmaker and topographical draughtsman. Artist associated with 9 portraits.
Robert Smirke (1753-1845), Painter and illustrator. Artist associated with 23 portraits, Sitter in 8 portraits.