About Charles d'Agar
Lived 1669 – 1723 (aged 53–54). Charles d'Agar was a French painter.
Charles d'Agar (1669–1723) was a French portrait painter, the son of Jacques d'Agar. Active in England for much of his life, he is most known for portraits made during the Late Stuart and Early Georgian eras.
D'Agar came to England with his father in 1681. He primarily painted portraits on commission for patrons such as the Duke of Buccleuch and Lord Bolingbroke. Some of his works can be found at Nunnington Hall.
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Who was Charles d'Agar?
French painter (1669-1723)
When was Charles d'Agar born?
Charles d'Agar was born in 1669 in Paris.
When did Charles d'Agar die?
Charles d'Agar died on 1 May 1723 in London.
What was Charles d'Agar's occupation?
Charles d'Agar was a painter.
What nationality was Charles d'Agar?
Charles d'Agar was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charles d'Agar. https://biography.guide/charles-d-agar/
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