Robert Carey, 1st Earl of Monmouth
(1560?-1639), Courtier, royalist and politician; MP for GrampoundSitter associated with 4 portraits
A soldier and courtier, Robert Carey was the first to bring the news of Elizabeth I's death to James VI of Scotland. He became a favourite of James after his accession to the English throne, and was made Chamberlain to Prince Charles in 1617.
The 1st Earl of Monmouth and his family
attributed to Paul van Somer
oil on canvas, circa 1617
NPG 5246
Robert Carey, 1st Earl of Monmouth
after Unknown artist
etching, mid 17th century
NPG D29092
Robert Carey, 1st Earl of Monmouth
after Unknown artist
stipple engraving, early 19th century
NPG D26681
Robert Carey, 1st Earl of Monmouth
by Henry Bone, after Unknown artist
pencil drawing squared in ink for transfer, September 1812
NPG D17153
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