NOTE1850
THE OLDENBURG HORN
By L.
The highly interesting collection of pictures at Combe Abbey, the seat of the Earl of Craven, in Warwickshire, was, for the most part, bequeathed by Elizabeth, Queen of Bohemia, the daughter of James I., to her faithful attendant, William, Earl of Craven. The collection has remained, entire and undisturbed, up to the present time. Near the upper end of the long gallery is a picture which doubtless formed a part of the bequest of the Queen of Bohemia, and of which the following is a description:— Three quarters length: a female figure, standing, with long curling light hair, and a wreath of flo…
Topics: Art Collection, Historical Legends, Royal Bequests
Locations: Combe Abbey, Warwickshire, Oldenburg, Mount Osen, Bernefeuer