James Hamilton, 1st Duke of Abercorn
10 of 13 portraits of James Hamilton, 1st Duke of Abercorn
James Hamilton, 1st Duke of Abercorn
by G. Cook, after Alexander Bassano
stipple engraving, mid 19th century
7 5/8 in. x 5 3/4 in. (195 mm x 147 mm) paper size
Purchased with help from the Friends of the National Libraries and the Pilgrim Trust, 1966
Reference Collection
NPG D37146
Sitterback to top
- James Hamilton, 1st Duke of Abercorn (1811-1885), Landowner and politician; Lord Lieutenant of Ireland. Sitter in 13 portraits.
Artistsback to top
- Alexander Bassano (1829-1913), Photographer. Artist associated with 2806 portraits, Sitter in 4 portraits.
- G. Cook (active 1843-1851), Engraver. Artist associated with 4 portraits.
Events of 1830back to top
Current affairs
George IV dies at Windsor on 26 June; William IV succeeds to the throne.Duke of Wellington resigns as Prime Minister to be succeeded by Earl Grey.
'Captain Swing' disturbances among agricultural districts in southern England. Taking their name from a mythical leader, hundreds of labourers break the threshing machines that threaten their winter employment.
Art and science
Liverpool and Manchester Railway opens; MP William Huskisson is run down by a train and killed at the inaugural ceremony.William Cobbett publishes Rural Rides; a nostalgic tribute to the English countryside which expresses dismay at the sweeping changes taking place.
International
July Revolution in France overthrows the Bourbon dynasty. Charles X goes into exile in England and Louis Philippe, Duc d'Orleans is proclaimed King by the Chamber of Deputies who fear European opposition to the declaration of a second Republic.Tell us more back to top
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