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British Politican Henry Charles Sturt of Crichel House, Dorset, England, c.1850
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About the Item
Antique mezzotint of Henry Charles Sturt, with handwritten titles. Henry Charles Sturt of Crichel House, Dorset, was a British landowner and politician.
Artists and engravers: Engraved by J. Richardson Jackson after a painting by F. Grant.
Henry Charles Sturt, known for being a British landowner and politician from Dorset, was a significant figure in his time, primarily due to his role in the political landscape and his status as a landowner. Born into the Sturt family, he was part of the landed gentry, a class of British society consisting of landowners who could live entirely off rental income. This position afforded him a certain level of influence and prestige, both locally and nationally.
In the context of the 19th and early 20th centuries, being a landowner like Sturt meant holding considerable power over local economies, politics, and society. Landowners were pivotal in agricultural development, local governance, and in some cases, industrial ventures. They often played key roles in local justice systems as magistrates and were influential in parliamentary elections before the reform acts expanded the electorate.
As a politician, Sturt would have been involved in the legislative process, contributing to debates and decisions that shaped the country. During this period, British politics was undergoing significant changes, including reforms to expand voting rights, changes in social policy, and debates on the role of the British Empire. The specific details of Sturt's political affiliations, the offices he held, and his contributions to these debates would provide further insight into his impact and legacy.
Crichel House, the seat of the Sturt family, is an important historical and architectural landmark in Dorset. Such estates were not only homes to their owners but also centers of agricultural and sometimes industrial activity, providing employment and housing to local populations. They were hubs of social life in rural Britain, hosting events and gatherings that included local and national figures.
Without more specific details about Henry Charles Sturt's life, such as his birth and death dates, the exact positions he held, and his major accomplishments or contributions to public life, it's challenging to provide a more detailed account. However, his status as a landowner and politician in Dorset places him within a fascinating period of British history, marked by great change and the evolution of the country's political and social landscape.
- Dimensions:Height: 22.64 in (57.5 cm)Width: 16.34 in (41.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Condition: Good, minor foxing and defects. Please study image carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-11658-11 1stDibs: LU3054327292552
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