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Description: | Robert Kerr was train bearer to Charles II at his coronation at Scone in 1651. He was sent to Leyden for his education and remained on the Continent until 1657. Disappointed in his hopes for advancement under James II, the Earl gave his allegiance to the Revolution party and requested service under King William. From 1692 until 1703, Kerr enjoyed the royal favour. This portrait by the leading portraitist, Sir John de Medina shows Robert Kerr wearing a suit of armour, emphasising his military credentials, though covered with red drapery and a white, lace jabot. | Subjects: | portrait (Robert Kerr) | Source: | Vads | Creator: | Artist: Medina, John Baptist de (Flemish-Spanish painter, 1659-1710, active in Scotland) Æ Manner of | Identifier: | http://www.vads.ac.uk/large.php?uid=8387... | Go to resource |
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