Thomas Seymour, Baron Seymour







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Thomas Seymour, Baron Seymour
by Robert Cooper
stipple engraving, possibly early 19th century
10 3/4 in. x 7 3/4 in. (273 mm x 198 mm) plate size
Given by the daughter of compiler William Fleming MD, Mary Elizabeth Stopford (née Fleming), 1931
Reference Collection
NPG D24821
Sitterback to top
- Thomas Seymour, Baron Seymour (1509?-1549), Lord High Admiral; brother of 1st Duke of Somerset. Sitter in 6 portraits.
Artistback to top
- Robert Cooper (active 1795-died 1828), Historical and portrait engraver. Artist associated with 190 portraits.
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