Robert Sidney, 1st Earl of Leicester
(1563-1626), Courtier and poet; second son of Sir Henry SidneySitter in 3 portraits
The soldier brother of the poet Sir Philip Sidney, Robert Sidney had a distinguished military career, particularly in the Low Countries, and he was made Governor of Flushing in 1588. He had a distinguished military career, and an interest in colonial exploration.
Robert Sidney, 1st Earl of Leicester
by Unknown artist
oil on canvas, circa 1588
NPG 1862
Robert Sidney, 1st Earl of Leicester
by Simon de Passe
line engraving, 1617
NPG D25816
Robert Sidney, 1st Earl of Leicester
by Thomas Cook
line engraving, possibly late 18th to early 19th century
NPG D25817
Related People
- Mary Herbert, Countess of Pembroke (sister)
- Sir Henry Sidney (father)
- Lady Mary Sidney (née Dudley) (mother)
- Sir Philip Sidney (brother)
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