William Kent, The Glorification of Inigo Jones

The Glorification of Inigo Jones, 1719-20

William Kent (1685 - 1748)

RA Collection: Art

On free display in Main Stairs

Kent executed three ceiling paintings for the 3rd Earl of Burlington soon after he returned to London with him in 1719. He was thought to have completed this painting in 1720.

Object details

Title
The Glorification of Inigo Jones
Artist/designer
William Kent (1685 - 1748)
Date
1719-20
Object type
Painting
Medium
Oil on canvas
Dimensions

1829 mm

Collection
Royal Academy of Arts
Object number
03/186
Acquisition
Transferred from H.M. Office of Works in 1867
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