Charles Gore

Place: Horkstow

Born: 1729

Death: 1807

Biography:

Early Life and Education

, a British artist, was born on December 5, 1729, in Horkstow Hall, North Lincolnshire. He attended Westminster School, which laid the foundation for his future artistic endeavors.

Artistic Career and Notable Works

Gore's artistic career is marked by his association with prominent figures of the time, including royalty, Johann Zoffany, and Goethe. His work is characterized by its elegance and refinement, reflecting his high social standing. Although there is limited information on his specific artworks, it is known that he created watercolors of naval scenes at the Portsmouth shipyards.

Personal Life and Connections

Gore married well, which provided him with the financial security to pursue his artistic interests without needing to work. His daughter, Hannah Anne Gore, married George Clavering-Cowper, a presumptive 3rd Earl Cowper, in 1775. This union was commemorated with a painting by Johann Zoffany, commissioned by Gore.

Legacy and Later Life

Gore passed away on January 23, 1807, in Weimar. Despite the scarcity of information on his artworks, his connections with prominent figures and his contributions to British art history make him an interesting figure in the world of art.

• Notable Artworks:
• Watercolors of Naval Scenes at Portsmouth Shipyard
• Commissioned Painting by Johann Zoffany for George Clavering-Cowper
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Further Reading

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