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Photograph of popular head Mrs Coleman & pupils of Hook School, 1958/9. Interviewed by Lord Bolingbroke for the job, she was at the school for 20 years. Search Hook School.

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Henry St John (1652-1742) aged 66 in Parliamentary robes

Henry St John (1652-1742) aged 66 in Parliamentary robes
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Medium - oil on canvas

Measurements - H 130 x W 110 cm

Purchased in 1965 from Vernon St.John, 6th Viscount Bolingbroke

Year:
1718
Artist:
Charles d'Agar (after Kneller)
Type:
Portrait
Location:
Drawing Room
Owner:
Swindon Borough Council
Reference:
Lyd 1992/001
Copyright:
Lydiard House
Last updated on:
Saturday 11th September 2021

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