Gilding
Process of decorating a surface with a thin layer of gold in the form of either gold leaf laid on a prepared ground, or powdered gold mixed with adhesive binder and painted on a surface. The term is sometimes used to refer to the application of other metals to a surface, such as silver or bronze. A surface that has been covered by gilding is said to be gilt or gilded.
OF 2
Philip II, King of Spain
after Jacopo da Trezzo
19th century, based on a work of circa 1555
NPG 446(2)
Queen Mary I
after Jacopo da Trezzo
19th century, based on a work of circa 1555
NPG 446(1)
Henry Scobell
by Thomas Simon
1649
NPG 4363
Henrietta Anne, Duchess of Orleans
copy attributed to Jean Petitot, possibly after Pierre Mignard
17th century?
NPG 1606
Embroidered waistcoat belonging to Thomas Hope
by Unknown artist
circa 1787-1795
NPG D31703
Jeremy Bentham
by John Field
circa 1823
NPG 3068
Francis Bacon
by Clive Barker
1969
NPG 5844
Elton John ('On the throne')
by Suzi Malin
1978
NPG 6563
OF 2
Do, draw and make!
Do, draw and make!
From building dens to food faces – enjoy our Playful Portraits activities and find out about some brilliant people!
Healthcare Heroes
Activities for children and families inspired by three healthcare heroes from our Collection.
Learning resources
Downloadable and web based resources to support learning at home linked to art, history, citizenship and literacy.