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17th Century Portrait Circle of Michael Dahl,of Sir William Cowper [1639-1706]
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17th Century Portrait Circle of Michael Dahl,of Sir William Cowper [1639-1706]

17th century
Description

Portrait of Sir William Cowper [1639-1706] Circle of Michael Dahl

oval, bust-length,he with a long dark wig, and wearing a lace cravat and brown overcoat.

The size being 73 x 60 cm, (24 x 28.5 inches approx )the overall size 96.5 x 84 cm (38x33 inches approx)

housed in carved giltwood lely style frame.

Sir William Cowper, pronounced "cooper" Baronet of Ratling Court and Hertford Castle,

being son and heir of John Cowper, of Lincoln's Inn, London

John was son and heir apparent of the 1st Baronet, but died when in confinement at Ely House,

in September 1643. William succeeded to the Baronetcies, 2 December 1664. He was M.P. for Hertford in six Parliaments,

1679-1700; was an active Whig, and joined with the Earl of Shaftesbury, etc, in presenting, in 1680

, an indictment against James, Duke of York, for non-attendance at church;

was clerk of the Parliaments. He married Sarah, daughter of Samuel Holled,and their son became

William Cowper, 1st Earl Cowper PC KC FRS (c. 1665 – 10 October 1723) an English politician

who became the first Lord Chancellor of Great Britain.

Provenance. Inherited through ten generations of the Cowper family.

overall condition is very good having had some restoration,with old lining,The frame has some losses , consistent with age.

The companion portrait of sarah cowper is also available for sale at this time, please see my listings.

Michael Dahl (1659–1743)

A Swedish portrait painter who lived and worked in England most of his career.

He painted portraits of many aristocrats and some members of royal families.

His paintings are on show in many museums and national trust houses.

please email if you require any further information

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following receipt by you or a representative indicated by you.

Please contact us by email (countryhousefaa@aol.com)to confirm that you are returning the item(s)

and the reason for doing so.

Upon receipt of the item(s) we will refund the purchase price via your original payment method

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You are responsible for the postage costs of returning the item(s) and insurance of the item(s).

If the item(s) are too large to return by post or courier,

then we would ask you to use the same shippers that were used to send you the item(s)

to you at your cost together with insurance of the item(s)

. We must receive the item(s) before we can offer a refund and proof of posting

does not confirm receipt by us.

If we do not receive the item(s) then we cannot offer a refund.

Physical Dimensions
Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Country House Fine Art has dated this 17th Century Oil Portrait to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA452091
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Description
Portrait of Sir William Cowper [1639-1706] Circle of Michael Dahl

oval, bust-length,he with a long dark wig, and wearing a lace cravat and brown overcoat.

The size being 73 x 60 cm, (24 x 28.5 inches approx )the overall size 96.5 x 84 cm (38x33 inches approx)

fig 1. An oval 17th-century oil portrait of a gentleman with a full-bottomed wig and lace cravat in an ornate carved gold gilt frame.
fig 1. 17th Century Portrait Circle of Michael Dahl,of Sir William Cowper [1639-1706]

housed in carved giltwood lely style frame.

Sir William Cowper, pronounced "cooper" Baronet of Ratling Court and Hertford Castle,

being son and heir of John Cowper, of Lincoln's Inn, London

John was son and heir apparent of the 1st Baronet, but died when in confinement at Ely House,

fig 2. An oval 17th-century oil portrait of a gentleman with a full-bottomed wig and lace cravat in an ornate carved gold gilt frame.
fig 2. 17th Century Portrait Circle of Michael Dahl,of Sir William Cowper [1639-1706]

in September 1643. William succeeded to the Baronetcies, 2 December 1664. He was M.P. for Hertford in six Parliaments,

1679-1700; was an active Whig, and joined with the Earl of Shaftesbury, etc, in presenting, in 1680

fig 3. An oval 17th-century oil portrait of a gentleman with a full-bottomed wig and lace cravat in an ornate carved gold gilt frame.
fig 3. 17th Century Portrait Circle of Michael Dahl,of Sir William Cowper [1639-1706]

, an indictment against James, Duke of York, for non-attendance at church;

was clerk of the Parliaments. He married Sarah, daughter of Samuel Holled,and their son became

William Cowper, 1st Earl Cowper PC KC FRS (c. 1665 – 10 October 1723) an English politician

fig 4. An oval 17th-century oil portrait of a gentleman with a full-bottomed wig and lace cravat in an ornate carved gold gilt frame.
fig 4. 17th Century Portrait Circle of Michael Dahl,of Sir William Cowper [1639-1706]

who became the first Lord Chancellor of Great Britain.

Provenance. Inherited through ten generations of the Cowper family.

overall condition is very good having had some restoration,with old lining,The frame has some losses , consistent with age.
Country House Fine Art
fig 5. An oval 17th-century oil portrait of a gentleman with a full-bottomed wig and lace cravat in an ornate carved gold gilt frame.
fig 5. 17th Century Portrait Circle of Michael Dahl,of Sir William Cowper [1639-1706]

The companion portrait of sarah cowper is also available for sale at this time, please see my listings.

Michael Dahl (1659–1743)

A Swedish portrait painter who lived and worked in England most of his career.

He painted portraits of many aristocrats and some members of royal families.

His paintings are on show in many museums and national trust houses.

please email if you require any further information

Free uk insured delivery, usually within 14 working days

We ship worldwide please email for quote before purchase

delivery usually within 14 working days

RETURNS (The Consumer Contracts Regulations) Whilst we are sure that you will be extremely happy with your purchase,

if for any reason you are not, then you are entitled to return the item to us for a refund.

For all purchases made

you are entitled to return the item(s) for a period of up to 14 days

following receipt by you or a representative indicated by you.

Please contact us by email (countryhousefaa@aol.com)to confirm that you are returning the item(s)

and the reason for doing so.

Upon receipt of the item(s) we will refund the purchase price via your original payment method

The item(s) must be received in the condition that it was sent for you to be entitled to a refund.

You are responsible for the postage costs of returning the item(s) and insurance of the item(s).

If the item(s) are too large to return by post or courier,

then we would ask you to use the same shippers that were used to send you the item(s)

to you at your cost together with insurance of the item(s)

We must receive the item(s) before we can offer a refund and proof of posting

does not confirm receipt by us.

If we do not receive the item(s) then we cannot offer a refund.

Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Country House Fine Art has dated this 17th Century Oil Portrait to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA452091
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17th Century Portrait Circle of Michael Dahl,of Sir William Cowper [1639-1706]

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An oval 17th-century oil portrait of a gentleman with a full-bottomed wig and lace cravat in an ornate carved gold gilt frame.
17th century Portrait Circle of Michael Dahl,of Sir William Cowper [1639-1706]
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An oval 17th-century oil portrait of a gentleman with a full-bottomed wig and lace cravat in an ornate carved gold gilt frame.
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Late 17th-century British portraiture was heavily influenced by the Baroque movement, featuring formal poses, full-bottomed wigs, dramatic chiaroscuro, and luxurious drapery. Artists associated with the court and nobility captured sitters with an emphasis on social status, restraint, and dignifying grandeur.

Paintings from this period were executed in hand-ground oil pigments on stretched linen canvases. Frame construction typically involved hand-carved timber or moulded composition wood coated with gold leaf gesso.

Authenticity is evaluated through fine age craquelure across the paint layer, signs of historical canvas lining or original stretcher bar construction, oxidation of timber frames, and period-appropriate brush technique.

Period oil portraits are often positioned above a focal architectural point such as a mantelpiece or console table. Placing historic artwork alongside contemporary furnishings creates an engaging contrast and adds depth to modern interiors.

Keep the canvas away from direct sunlight, moisture, and fluctuating heat sources to prevent cracking and canvas warp. Dust the frame and canvas surface gently with a dry, soft-bristled brush, avoiding water or chemical cleaning solutions.
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