Arthur Onslow (1691–1768), Speaker

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Arthur Onslow (1691–1768), Speaker between 1727–1761. On retiring from parliamentary life he received unanimous thanks from the House of Commons 'for his constant and unwearied attendance in the Chair during the course of above thirty-three years in five successive Parliaments'.
Title

Arthur Onslow (1691–1768), Speaker

Date

1728

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 231.1 x W 144.7 cm

Accession number

WOA 2728

Work type

Painting

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