William Archer (1836–1910), 3rd Earl Amherst

Image credit: Museum of Freemasonry

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William Archer (1836–1910), 3rd Earl Amherst, was Pro Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of England, the governing body of Freemasonry in England and Wales, from 1898 to 1908. The Pro Grand Master is the representative of the Grand Master when he is unable to attend meetings. In this portrait, which was commissioned by the United Grand Lodge of England, he is wearing his peer’s robes over the uniform of a deputy lieutenant. He was Deputy Lieutenant of Kent. He is also wearing medals for military service in the Crimean War and as a member of the Order of St John.

Museum of Freemasonry

London

Title

William Archer (1836–1910), 3rd Earl Amherst

Date

1907

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 239 x W 144 cm (E)

Accession number

PCF2010.11

Acquisition method

commissioned by the United Grand Lodge of England, 1907

Work type

Painting

Inscription description

WILLIAM ARCHER, 3RD EARL AMHERST. PRO. GRAND MASTER 1898-1908'

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