Peter Lely is the best-known artist with works in Kedleston Hall; next come Bernardo Strozzi, Jan Frans van Bloemen and Benedetto Luti.
Our catalogue lists 73 works of Kedleston Hall by 50 artists; the 10 best known are ranked below, each with the works the museum holds.
The masters of the originals
The 10 masters whose originals hang in Kedleston Hall
For each master: where and when they were born, their movement, how many originals the museum keeps in our catalogue, a note from their life, and the originals to see.
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Baroque
1. Peter Lely 1618–1680
1618–1680 Born in Soest, Germany Baroque 5 originals at Kedleston Hall
Sir Peter Lely, born in Soest, Westphalia, in 1618, was a figure whose life and career unfolded across two continents, ultimately establishing him as the preeminent portrait painter to the English court during the late Stuart period. However, it was his relocation to England around 1643 that truly defined his legacy, transforming him from a skilled craftsman into a courtier and a pivotal figure in shaping English artistic identity.
Originals at Kedleston Hall
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Baroque
2. Bernardo Strozzi 1581–1644
1581–1644 Born in Campo Ligure, Italy Baroque 2 originals at Kedleston Hall
bernardo strozzi, also known as il cappuccino and il prete genovese, was a prominent italian baroque painter and engraver born in 1581 in genoa, italy. his early training took place in the workshop of cesare corte, a minor genoese painter, under whose guidance strozzi developed his skills until 1596. he then joined the workshop of pietro sorri, an innovative sienese painter, who led strozzi towards a more naturalistic style.
Originals at Kedleston Hall
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Baroque
3. Jan Frans van Bloemen 1662–1749
1662–1749 Born in Antwerp, Belgium Baroque 3 originals at Kedleston Hall
A brief sojourn in Paris around 1682, followed by time spent in Lyon alongside Adriaen van der Kabel, further broadened his artistic horizons before the magnetic pull of Rome beckoned. The year 1688 marked a turning point as Jan Frans and his brothers settled permanently within the heart of Rome, registering with the parish of Sant’Andrea delle Fratte.
Originals at Kedleston Hall
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Baroque
4. Benedetto Luti 1666–1724
1666–1724 Born in Florence, Italy Baroque 2 originals at Kedleston Hall
Benedetto Luti, born in Florence on November 17, 1666, emerged as a pivotal figure bridging the grandeur of the Baroque with the delicate sensibilities of the Rococo. While details surrounding his earliest artistic training remain somewhat elusive, it’s clear he absorbed the vibrant artistic atmosphere of his native city—a cradle of Renaissance heritage and burgeoning creativity.
Originals at Kedleston Hall
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Neoclassicism
5. William Hamilton 1751–1801
1751–1801 Born in Chelsea, United Kingdom Neoclassicism 10 originals at Kedleston Hall
What truly distinguishes Hamilton from his contemporaries was his refusal to view art as an isolated pursuit. For Hamilton, the canvas was a laboratory for observation. During his time in Naples, commissioned by King George III, he embarked on an ambitious project to document the Neapolitan Royal Collection.
Originals at Kedleston Hall
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Late Gothic
6. Lucas Moser 1390–1443
1390–1443 Born in Weil der Stadt, Germany Late Gothic 2 originals at Kedleston Hall
Born around 1390 in Ulm, Germany, Moser’s life remains shrouded in mystery; details are scarce, known primarily through a single inscription on the frame of his most celebrated work – the altarpiece above the altar of St. Mary Magdalene parish church in Tiefenbronn.
Originals at Kedleston Hall
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7. Willem de Heusch 1625–1692
1625–1692 Born in Utrecht, Netherlands 2 originals at Kedleston Hall
Born in Utrecht, Netherlands, around 1625, scant biographical details survive, leaving scholars to reconstruct his life primarily through stylistic analysis and correspondence with fellow artists. It is thought that he traveled through Italy between 1640 and 1645, a formative period that likely infused his palette with the warm, golden light characteristic of the Mediterranean.
Originals at Kedleston Hall
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Baroque
8. Ciro Ferri 1633–1689
1633–1689 Born in Rome, Italy Baroque 2 originals at Kedleston Hall
Even in his preparatory works, such as his Design For Spandral Decoration, the artist’s talent for expressive line work and theatrical lighting is palpable, revealing the meticulous planning required to execute his grandest visions.
Originals at Kedleston Hall
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Romanticism
9. Ramsay Richard Reinagle 1775–1862
1775–1862 Born in London, United Kingdom Romanticism 2 originals at Kedleston Hall
Born in London to Philip Reinagle RA, himself a celebrated animal and landscape artist, Ramsay inherited a lineage steeped in artistic tradition, shaping his own career under the and watchful eye of his father’s influence. Upon his return home, Reinagle’s career took an extraordinary turn toward the immersive.
Originals at Kedleston Hall
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10. William Logsdail 1859–1944
1859–1944 Born in Lincoln, United Kingdom 3 originals at Kedleston Hall
William Logsdail (1859–1944) was a prolific English landscape, portrait, and genre painter who achieved considerable renown during the Victorian era. Born in Lincoln Cathedral, England, he possessed an early aptitude for art fostered by his father’s role as verger at the cathedral and encouraged by Edward R. From 1880 until 1900, Logsdail resided in Venice, immersing himself in the city’s artistic atmosphere and producing a series of celebrated paintings that exemplify Venetian Romanticism.
Originals at Kedleston Hall
The house in figures
The masters of Kedleston Hall, in figures
The masters with the most originals at Kedleston Hall
Masters with two originals or more, by century of birth
Masters with two originals or more, by country of birth
Masters with two originals or more, by movement
Women masters
The women whose originals hang in Kedleston Hall
2 women masters, 2 originals, in our catalogue of Kedleston Hall.
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Sophie de Tott
1758–1848 · born in Constantinople, Turkey · 1 originals at Kedleston Hall
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Isabella Maria dal Pozzo
born in Piedmont, Italy · 1 originals at Kedleston Hall
Asked of us
Questions on the masters of Kedleston Hall
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Who is the best-known artist of Kedleston Hall?
Peter Lely (1618–1680): our catalogue holds 5 works by Peter Lely at Kedleston Hall, among them King James II (1633–1701) as Duke of York, Henry Jermyn and Queen Mary (of Modena) as Duchess of York (1658-1718). Bernardo Strozzi and Jan Frans van Bloemen follow.
Which Peter Lely works are in Kedleston Hall?
5 works by Peter Lely at Kedleston Hall are in our catalogue: King James II (1633–1701) as Duke of York (1674), Henry Jermyn (1674), Queen Mary (of Modena) as Duchess of York (1658-1718) (1679) and James Butler (1678) among them.
What did Bernardo Strozzi paint that hangs in Kedleston Hall?
2 works by Bernardo Strozzi at Kedleston Hall are in our catalogue: Saint John the Baptist interrogated about Christ (1619) and Christ and the Woman of Samaria (1637) among them.
Which Jan Frans van Bloemen works are in Kedleston Hall?
3 works by Jan Frans van Bloemen at Kedleston Hall are in our catalogue: Pastoral Landscape (1714) and A Wooded Landscape with Figures among them.
Which ten artists should I look for in Kedleston Hall?
The ten best-known artists with works in Kedleston Hall are Peter Lely (5), Bernardo Strozzi (2), Jan Frans van Bloemen (3), Benedetto Luti (2), William Hamilton (10), Lucas Moser (2), Willem de Heusch (2), Ciro Ferri (2), Ramsay Richard Reinagle (2) and William Logsdail (3).
Which artist has the most works in Kedleston Hall?
Our catalogue holds 10 works by William Hamilton at Kedleston Hall; next come Peter Lely (5), Jan Frans van Bloemen (3) and William Logsdail (3).
Does Kedleston Hall have any Leonardo da Vinci paintings?
Our catalogue lists no work by Leonardo da Vinci at Kedleston Hall.
Is Pablo Picasso in Kedleston Hall?
Our catalogue lists no work by Pablo Picasso at Kedleston Hall.
How many women artists are in Kedleston Hall?
2 women artists have works of Kedleston Hall in our catalogue, among them Sophie de Tott (1) and Isabella Maria dal Pozzo (1).
Where do the artists of Kedleston Hall come from?
By country of birth, the artists with two works or more at Kedleston Hall are mostly from Italy (3), United Kingdom (3), Germany (2), Belgium (1) and Netherlands (1).
Which centuries do the painters of Kedleston Hall belong to?
The 17th century leads with 5 artists born then. In this ranking, Lucas Moser (1390–1443) is the earliest born and William Logsdail (1859–1944) the latest.
How many artists does the collection of Kedleston Hall cover?
Our catalogue lists 50 artists with at least one work at Kedleston Hall, 10 of them with two or more, born between 1390 and 1859 in 5 countries.
The house
Kedleston Hall, , in a few lines
The History of Kedleston Hall
The presence of the Curzon family at Kedleston Hall is a matter of long record, with their tenure on the estate dating back to at least 1297. In 1759, Nathaniel Curzon made the decision to move the medieval village of Kedleston to make way for the construction of a new manor. This act of relocation allowed for the realization of a grander vision for the estate, one that would eventually define its character for generations. The current house was commissioned by Sir Nathaniel Curzon in 1759. It was designed with a Palladian exterior and Neo-classical interiors, creating a structure that reflects the architectural ambitions of the era. While the house was built to reflect the influence of its patron, it has remained a living residence.
Architecture and Grand Design
The current structure was commissioned in 1759 by Sir Nathaniel Curzon, later the 1st Baron Scarsdale. Built between 1759 and 1763, the house reflects the refined sensibilities of the era. The central portion of the south front draws direct inspiration from the arch of Constantine in Rome. A massive triangular pediment sits atop a portico of eight pillars, with classical statues positioned above the structure. Inside, the marble hall commands the space. It measures 67 feet by 37 feet in plan and reaches a height of 40 feet. Light enters the hall through an innovative glass skylight in the roof, a departure from the conventional windows typically found in such designs. This architectural choice allows the light to interact with the scale of the room and the inlaid Italian marble of the floor.
The famous originals of Kedleston HallKedleston Hall: the full page, 79 originals
How the masters of the originals are ranked
The masters with two originals or more of Kedleston Hall in our catalogue are ranked by fame: the Wikipedia language editions that describe them, the visits to their OriginalUniqueArt.com page and our studio's ranking. Originals are counted in our catalogue — one entry per work, without details, studies or copies — not in the museum's inventory. Every date, birthplace and movement is the catalogue's; the notes are drawn from the master's biography.
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