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THOMAS WILLIAM COKE 1st EARL OF LEICESTER (1752 - 1842), Agriculturist
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THOMAS WILLIAM COKE 1st EARL OF LEICESTER (1752 - 1842), Agriculturist
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1. Title: Thomas William Coke, 1st Earl of Leicester (1752-1842), Agriculturist Thomas William Coke, 1st Earl of Leicester (1752-1842), was a prominent English agriculturalist and landowner, renowned for his innovative farming practices and significant contributions to the agricultural industry during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This portrait depicts Coke in the prime of his life, showcasing his distinguished appearance and the air of authority that came with his noble title and influential role in agricultural circles. Born on January 15, 1752, at Holkham Hall in Norfolk, England, Coke inherited the vast Holkham Estate from his father, Thomas Coke, 1st Earl of Leicester (1717-1794), in 1774. He quickly set about implementing new farming techniques to improve the productivity and profitability of his lands. Coke's most notable innovations included the three-field crop rotation system, which helped to restore depleted soils and increase crop yields, and the use of drainage systems to improve pastureland and reduce waterlogging. Coke's agricultural achievements earned him widespread recognition and admiration. He was a founding member of the Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures, and Commerce (later known as the Royal Society of Arts) in 1754, and he served as its president from 1784 to 1794. In 1790, he was appointed as a deputy lieutenant of Norfolk, and in 1793, he was raised to the peerage as Baron Coke of Holkham. In 1806, he was further honored with the title Earl of Leicester. This striking portrait, which captures the essence of Coke's intelligence, determination, and visionary spirit, serves as a testament to his enduring legacy as a pioneering agriculturalist and influential figure in English society during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
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