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Posted on March 24, 2026June 19, 2026 by vanished comforts

Anna of Denmark and Pierce Penniless: Letters from William Bruce

William Bruce was a diplomat in Poland, and wrote letters with news to Robert Cecil. He became involved in a plan to send a portrait of a Polish prince (Władysław IV Vasa) to Anna of Denmark in 1608. Bruce's draft letters explain the picture was really for Princess Elizabeth, who might someday marry the Polish…

Posted on August 31, 2020June 18, 2026 by vanished comforts

Lord Elgin’s advice and instructions for buying a Van Dyck

Thomas Bruce, Earl of Elgin (1599-1663) was keen to acquire a portrait that he had heard was a masterpiece, the sitter being someone he admired. He was anxious this new treasure would not be spoiled in transit. He sent these instructions to his cousin Alexander Bruce at the Hague on 15 September 1659. Bruce had…

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