Robert Carr, Earl of Somerset; Frances, Countess of Somerset

Sittersback to top

• Robert Carr, Earl of Somerset (1587-1645), Favourite of James I. Sitter associated with 19 portraits.
• Frances, Countess of Somerset (1590-1632), Famous beauty. Sitter associated with 18 portraits.

Artistsback to top

• Renold or Reginold Elstrack (Elstracke) (1570-in or after 1625), Engraver. Artist associated with 149 portraits.
• John Hinde. Artist associated with 8 portraits.

This portraitback to top

A courtier and favourite of James I, the Earl of Somerset and his wife Frances Howard were convicted of poisoning Sir Thomas Overbury but were later pardoned of their crime.

Related worksback to top

• NPG D19777: Robert Carr, Earl of Somerset; Frances, Countess of Somerset (impression from same plate as)
• NPG D25783: Robert Carr, Earl of Somerset and Frances, Countess of Somerset (impression from same plate as)

Linked displays and exhibitionsback to top

• Making History: Printed Portraiture in Tudor and Stuart Britain (7 July 2007 - 9 December 2007)

Subjects & Themesback to top

• Crests and Coats of Arms
• Double portraits
• Hats and head-attire
• On display at the Gallery