Old World Portraits
Edward Montagu, 1st Earl of Sandwich
Peter Lely
A commanding 17th-century portrait of the 1st Earl of Sandwich in military regalia.
Admiral Sir John Harman
Peter Lely
1666 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A striking 17th-century portrait by Sir Peter Lely, capturing Admiral Sir John Harman in a moment of command.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
Commissioned in 1666 as part of the 'Flagmen of Lowestoft' series, this masterful oil painting by Sir Peter Lely depicts Admiral Sir John Harman. Lely's courtly style is evident in the exquisite detail of the embroidered doublet and the luminous skin tones, set against a dark, brooding sky that hints at his naval triumphs.
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