1900 Photogravure Sir Robert Carr Earl Somerset Kings Favorite Lord XEX2

This is an original 1900 black and white photogravure of Sir Robert Kerr (Carr), 1st Earl of Somerset. He was also known as the "King's Favorite" as his good looks and charisma had curried him certain favors while King James I sat on the throne.

CONDITION

This 111+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Photogravure; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 7 inches; 13 x 18 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is pleased to present a limited edition collection, numbered 843 of 1000, of the court of England during the reign of the House of Stuart. The collection encompasses the time from James I to Arabella Churchill, and offers portraits of the reigning family, as well as dramatic scenes from English history. To view more images from the collection, click on the link offered at the bottom of the condition paragraph.

Keywords specific to this image: portrait, shield, armor, helm, mirror, bugle, Frances Howard, Privy Councilor, Lord Chamberlain

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