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Walter Raleigh / Anon Oval
SIR WALTER RALEIGH English courtier, navigator, historian and poet Date: 1554 - 1618
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1554 1618 Courtier Historian Navigator Oval Raleigh Walter
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This evocative oval portrait captures the enigmatic and charismatic figure of Sir Walter Raleigh (1554-1618), an English courtier, navigator, historian, and poet, during the Elizabethan era. The image, created anonymously, showcases Raleigh's piercing gaze and well-groomed appearance, which were renowned traits that made him a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I. Born into a gentry family in Devon, Raleigh rose to prominence through his military prowess and political acumen. He served as a soldier, explorer, and diplomat, playing a pivotal role in England's expansionist policies during the late 16th century. Raleigh's most notable achievements include leading the failed expedition to establish a colony in Roanoke, Virginia, and his successful exploration of the Orinoco River in South America, where he discovered vast quantities of gold and precious stones. Raleigh's literary pursuits are also noteworthy. He authored several works, including "The Discoverie of the Large, Rich, and Beautiful Empyre of Guiana," which inspired the founding of the short-lived English colony of New World settlement at Guiana. His historical works, such as "The History of the World from Brutus unto this Present," were widely read and influential in their time. Despite his many accomplishments, Raleigh's life was not without controversy. He was imprisoned multiple times, most notably for allegedly conspiring against King James I. Ultimately, Raleigh was executed in 1618 on charges of treason. This haunting portrait, created during his heyday, serves as a poignant reminder of a complex and fascinating historical figure whose impact on English history is still felt today.
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