Sir William Worsley, as sketched by Stephen Ward, 1961
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Sir William Worsley, as sketched by Stephen Ward, 1961
Sir William Worsley(1890-1973), Lord Lieutenant of the North Riding of Yorkshire, and President of the Yorkshire County Cricket Club, pictured around the time of his daughters engagement to Prince Edward, Duke of Kent. As drawn from life by Stephen Ward, at a sitting specially granted to the Illustrated London News in 1961. Ward sketched several high profile figures for the Illustrated London News in 1961, but two years later he would become notorious through his involvement in the Profumo Affair. Date: 1961
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1961 Affair Cricket Lieutenant Profumo Scandal Sixities Stephen Ward Worsley
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this black and white sketch, Sir William Worsley, the esteemed Lord Lieutenant of the North Riding of Yorkshire and President of the Yorkshire County Cricket Club, is depicted in a moment of quiet reflection. The portrait, sketched by the renowned artist Stephen Ward in 1961, captures the essence of a distinguished gentleman on the cusp of a significant milestone in his personal life. At the time of this sitting, Sir William's eldest daughter, Lady Elizabeth Worsley, was engaged to be married to His Royal Highness, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent. The engagement, which was announced in 1961, brought great joy and excitement to the Worsley family and the people of Yorkshire. Stephen Ward, a celebrated artist known for his portraits of high-profile figures, was granted a special sitting with Sir William by the Illustrated London News to capture this historic moment. Ward's skillful use of charcoal and pencil brings to life the subtle textures of Sir William's suit and the intricate details of his facial features. The artist's deft touch conveys a sense of warmth and approachability, making this sketch a fascinating glimpse into the life of a man who was both a respected public figure and a devoted family man. Two years after this portrait was created, Stephen Ward would become embroiled in the Profumo Affair, a scandal that would shake the British establishment to its core. However, in 1961, as he sat for this sketch, Ward was still known for his artistic talent and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. This portrait of Sir William Worsley serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the lives of the elite were followed closely by the public, and the art of portrait sketching was a cherished and respected craft.
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