Charles Loraine Smith
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Charles Loraine Smith or Charles Loraine (1 April 1751 – 24 August 1835) was a sportsman, artist and politician. He inherited his family seat in Enderby, Leicestershire while still a boy. He was a keen horseman and his paintings of animals are well regarded. He painted both parodies and more serious subjects. He served in the British parliament, was mentioned in a divorce case, met the pope and rose to be a High Sheriff of Leicestershire.
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Charles Loraine Smith | |
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Born | (1751-04-01)1 April 1751 Kirkharle, Northumberland |
Died | 24 August 1835(1835-08-24) (aged 84) |
Spouse | Elizabeth Ann Skrine |
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