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Officer of Musketeers, 1638 (carved wood)
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Officer of Musketeers, 1638 (carved wood)
XJF441275 Officer of Musketeers, 1638 (carved wood) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The elaborately carved staircase at Cromwell House in Highgate, North London, was created during a re-modelling of the house in 1638 and featured a different carved figure from Cromwells brigade on each newel; This figure would have been holding a pike or halberd in his right hand; Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658) gave the house to his daughter, Bridget, and her husband Henry Ireton (1611-1651); There are 9 figures in all although it is thought that a further 2, representing Cromwell and Ireton themselves, were destroyed at the Restoration; The figures were stolen in the 1980s and have not been seen since; Cromwell House is now the Ghanain High Commission; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22925094
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Cromwell House Cromwellian Brigade English Civil War Halbard Musketeer Newel Parliamentarian Pike Roundheads Staircase Wooden Figure
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This print showcases an exquisite carved wood figure of an Officer of Musketeers from 1638. Created by the English School in the 17th century, this remarkable piece was part of the elaborate staircase at Cromwell House in Highgate, North London. Each newel on the staircase featured a different carved figure representing a member of Cromwell's brigade. Intriguingly, this particular figure would have held either a pike or halberd in his right hand, symbolizing his role as a formidable soldier during the English Civil War. The house itself was gifted to Oliver Cromwell's daughter Bridget and her husband Henry Ireton, adding historical significance to its grandeur. Sadly, these unique wooden figures were stolen during the 1980s and have since disappeared without a trace. Although there were originally nine figures adorning the staircase, it is believed that two more representing Cromwell and Ireton themselves were destroyed after the Restoration period. Today, Cromwell House has been repurposed as the Ghanaian High Commission but still holds echoes of its rich history within its walls. This print serves as both a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and a reminder of lost treasures that once adorned this magnificent residence.
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