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James, 1st Duke of Hamilton

Daniel Mytens the Elder, 1629

Depicts James, 1st Duke of Hamilton, and 3rd Marquess at the age of 23 when he moved to London. Full-length, dressed in a silver-grey suit. A courtier, an inept diplomat and soldier, his support for Charles I led to his execution in 1649. Signed and dated: D Mijtens.

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Title of artwork, date

James, 1st Duke of Hamilton, 1629

Date supported

1988

Medium and material

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

221 x 140 cm

Grant

70000

Total cost

440000

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