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Oil Portrait Puritan Clergyman Minister c1660
c.1660’s Huge Oil Portrait Of RICHARD BAXTER
Height : 5ft 7” x Width 4ft.9” / A Rare Find !!
Fine 17th Century Oil Portrait on canvas of esteemed figure Richard Baxter, a prominent English Puritan church leader who lived from 1615 to 1691.
There were many depictions and illustrations of the sitter which vary greatly through the centuries and one example is attached last.
Richard Baxter, the famous pastor from Kidderminster, claimed in his extensive memoirs that Cromwell’s troops gathered themselves into a church. At some point at the start of the war – Baxter is not clear – he was invited to be a pastor over Cromwell’s troops. Baxter’s account of this invitation appears within the context of his first visit to the New Model Army in Leicester after the battle of Naseby.
This portrait, dating from approximately c1660 depicts a Nonconformist Protestant minister, indicated by his long skull cap and collar also known as a ‘falling band’ which were typical attire of Puritan,Congregationalist and Presbyterian clergymen in the mid-seventeenth century.
ABOUT : RICHARD BAXTER
Richard Baxter (12 November 1615 – 8 December 1691) was an English Nonconformist church leader and theologian from Rowton, Shropshire, who has been described as "the chief of English Protestant Schoolmen". He made his reputation in the late 1630s by his ministry at Kidderminster in Worcestershire, when he also began a long and prolific career as theological writer.
Following the Act of Uniformity 1662, Baxter refused an appointment as Bishop of Hereford and was expelled from the Church of England. He became one of the most influential leaders of the Nonconformist movement, spending time in prison. His views remain controversial within the Calvinist tradition of Predestination because he taught that Christians are placed under a type of faith-law.
The artist has depicted the Minister in a prominent stance intended to convey his noble status, a fact not only revealed by him holding a pair of brown leather gloves but also a cane,
both common artistic motifs shown in portraits of gentlemen throughout the 17th century period,often with the inclusion of personal family crest of arms as seen in our portrait in the upper right corner.
The erasure of the motto underneath the Coat Of Arms, as well as the obscurity of these arms, are significant facts with a plausible explanation in that the Minister likely received his personal arms during the Interregnum, perhaps being of importance to Oliver Cromwell’s government, only to fall into obscurity himself after the Restoration and subsequent Great Ejection of 1662, during which time he must have lost his office.
I provide readers with a blazon [ a correct description of armorial bearings ]
CREST : A Goat’s head Argent, horned or bearded Argent.
ESCUTCHEON : Parted per pale, dexter, Argent per fess Sable, a Chevron Sable between three birds Sable, and in base a bend Sable engrailed between two bendlet’s Sable, sinister , Vert, a bend Argent engrailed between two bendlet’s.
This exquisite portrait captures the essence of his intellectual prowess and unwavering devotion to his faith.
It serves as a testament to Baxter's enduring legacy and influence on English religious history.
Baxter's stern yet contemplative gaze reflects his deep commitment to theological discourse and spiritual introspection.
His countenance exudes wisdom gained through years of dedicated study and fervent engagement with religious matters.
His poetic compositions and hymns continue to inspire generations with their profound messages of faith and devotion.
It stands as a powerful reminder of an extraordinary individual whose life exemplified dedication to God and intellectual pursuit.
FRAME MEASUREMENTS
Height : 67 Inches x Width 57 Inches
CONDITION
Past historic Reline and refurbished stretchers.
Past light clean and retouching to background upper margin and lower bottom right corner.
There are areas down right vertical margin where the edge of the old canvas is visible over the later replacement liner canvas material,
with heads of a few canvas stretcher tacks seen.
DELIVERY :
UK By Private Art Courier £150
Worldwide : EU & USA £1200 ( Crated By Air Freight ) Very Large & Heavy Consignment .
TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES : 07765 856171
Quote Ref : 0935
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Tel : 07765856171
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Height : 5ft 7” x Width 4ft.9” / A Rare Find !!
Fine 17th Century Oil Portrait on canvas of esteemed figure Richard Baxter, a prominent English Puritan church leader who lived from 1615 to 1691.
There were many depictions and illustrations of the sitter which vary greatly through the centuries and one example is attached last.
Richard Baxter, the famous pastor from Kidderminster, claimed in his extensive memoirs that Cromwell’s troops gathered themselves into a church. At some point at the start of the war – Baxter is not clear – he was invited to be a pastor over Cromwell’s troops. Baxter’s account of this invitation appears within the context of his first visit to the New Model Army in Leicester after the battle of Naseby.
This portrait, dating from approximately c1660 depicts a Nonconformist Protestant minister, indicated by his long skull cap and collar also known as a ‘falling band’ which were typical attire of Puritan,Congregationalist and Presbyterian clergymen in the mid-seventeenth century.
ABOUT : RICHARD BAXTER
Richard Baxter (12 November 1615 – 8 December 1691) was an English Nonconformist church leader and theologian from Rowton, Shropshire, who has been described as "the chief of English Protestant Schoolmen". He made his reputation in the late 1630s by his ministry at Kidderminster in Worcestershire, when he also began a long and prolific career as theological writer.
Following the Act of Uniformity 1662, Baxter refused an appointment as Bishop of Hereford and was expelled from the Church of England. He became one of the most influential leaders of the Nonconformist movement, spending time in prison. His views remain controversial within the Calvinist tradition of Predestination because he taught that Christians are placed under a type of faith-law.
The artist has depicted the Minister in a prominent stance intended to convey his noble status, a fact not only revealed by him holding a pair of brown leather gloves but also a cane,
both common artistic motifs shown in portraits of gentlemen throughout the 17th century period,often with the inclusion of personal family crest of arms as seen in our portrait in the upper right corner.
The erasure of the motto underneath the Coat Of Arms, as well as the obscurity of these arms, are significant facts with a plausible explanation in that the Minister likely received his personal arms during the Interregnum, perhaps being of importance to Oliver Cromwell’s government, only to fall into obscurity himself after the Restoration and subsequent Great Ejection of 1662, during which time he must have lost his office.
I provide readers with a blazon [ a correct description of armorial bearings ]
CREST : A Goat’s head Argent, horned or bearded Argent.
ESCUTCHEON : Parted per pale, dexter, Argent per fess Sable, a Chevron Sable between three birds Sable, and in base a bend Sable engrailed between two bendlet’s Sable, sinister , Vert, a bend Argent engrailed between two bendlet’s.
This exquisite portrait captures the essence of his intellectual prowess and unwavering devotion to his faith.
It serves as a testament to Baxter's enduring legacy and influence on English religious history.
Baxter's stern yet contemplative gaze reflects his deep commitment to theological discourse and spiritual introspection.
His countenance exudes wisdom gained through years of dedicated study and fervent engagement with religious matters.
His poetic compositions and hymns continue to inspire generations with their profound messages of faith and devotion.
It stands as a powerful reminder of an extraordinary individual whose life exemplified dedication to God and intellectual pursuit.
FRAME MEASUREMENTS
Height : 67 Inches x Width 57 Inches
CONDITION
Past historic Reline and refurbished stretchers.
Past light clean and retouching to background upper margin and lower bottom right corner.
There are areas down right vertical margin where the edge of the old canvas is visible over the later replacement liner canvas material,
with heads of a few canvas stretcher tacks seen.
DELIVERY :
UK By Private Art Courier £150
Worldwide : EU & USA £1200 ( Crated By Air Freight ) Very Large & Heavy Consignment .
TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES : 07765 856171
Quote Ref : 0935
Price
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DimensionsFrame Size : Height 67 Ins (170 cm) x 57 Ins (145 cm)
Category Antique Pictures / Engravings / Art
> Antique Oil Paintings
Date Circa 1660’s
Cromwellian Antiques Material Oil Painting on Canvas
Origin English
Condition Past Historic Reline / Clean & Stretcher Refurb / See Main Description
Item code as153a1545 / 0935
Status For Sale
£16850.00 
$21753.35
€20137.44
$21753.35
€20137.44
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Shipping costs are charged based on the particular service used [ either next day express or economy ] and Size / Weight of item.
Delivery by private courier within the UK Mainland will be used for very large paintings and is charged at a flat rate of £80 for paintings only [ allow 7-14 days delivery time ]
International Delivery Quotes Worldwide are available on request by providing your full name and address together with a postal / area code and a contact number.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
Returns authorisation should be requested by sending an e-mail before posting.
Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
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Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.International transfers are required within 5 days of point of sale.
If payment is not received within this time, Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
If payment is not received within this time, Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
View all stock from
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art
Private dealerBy appointment only
East Midlands
Leicestershire
Tel : 07765856171
Non UK callers : +44 7765856171
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