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Roger Gale, 1722 (oil on canvas)
1765248 Roger Gale, 1722 (oil on canvas) by Vanderbank, John (1694-1739); 890x685 cm; Society of Antiquaries of London, UK; (add.info.: Roger Gale (1672?1744) was the eldest son of the Revd Thomas Gale, Dean of York. He inherited the family estate at Scruton, Yorkshire, and served as MP for Northallerton in 1705?13. He was then appointed Commissioner of Stamp Duties in 1714, then of Excise until 1735. Afterwards Gale retired from public life and travelled the country with his brother-in-law, William Stukeley. Roger Gale was a member of the Society of Antiquaries of London from 1717, and was appointed the Societys first Vice-President in 1724. For many years Treasurer of the Royal Society, he was also an active member of the Gentlemens Society of Spalding.)
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Antiquaries Antiquary Commissioner Gale Northallerton Royal Society Spalding York Yorkshire William Stukeley
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This oil on canvas portrait, titled "Roger Gale, 1722" showcases the distinguished figure of Roger Gale (1672-1744), a man of many accomplishments and interests. Painted by John Vanderbank (1694-1739), this masterpiece measures an impressive 890x685 cm and is housed in the esteemed Society of Antiquaries of London in the UK. Gale, the eldest son of Reverend Thomas Gale, Dean of York, inherited his family estate in Scruton, Yorkshire. He served as a Member of Parliament for Northallerton from 1705 to 1713 before being appointed Commissioner of Stamp Duties in 1714 and later Commissioner of Excise until 1735. After retiring from public life, he embarked on travels across the country alongside his brother-in-law William Stukeley. A passionate antiquary and member of various prestigious societies including the Royal Society and Gentlemen's Society of Spalding, Roger Gale played a significant role in preserving historical artifacts and promoting scholarly research. In fact, he became Vice-President of the Society of Antiquaries in 1724 after joining them seven years prior. Vanderbank's skillful brushwork captures Gale's dignified presence with remarkable detail. The half-length portrait portrays him as a confident Georgian gentleman adorned with symbols representing his political career and love for antiquities. "Roger Gale, 1722" is not just a painting; it encapsulates an era defined by intellectual curiosity and civic engagement. This print serves as a testament to Roger Gale's multifaceted contributions to society while offering viewers an intriguing glimpse into eighteenth-century British politics and culture.
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