Biographical catalogue of the portraits at Longleat in the county of Wilts, the seat of the Marquis of Bath

A room-by-room catalogue of the portrait collection at Longleat presents short biographical notices of the sitters, notes on attribution, and descriptions of poses, dress, and placement. Emphasis falls on family and private connections to the estate, while public figures and royalty receive briefer treatment. The compiler draws on a variety of historical sources and local research, remarks on artists and contested identifications, and supplies anecdotal material and provenance where known. Occasional apologies for uneven lengths and reliance on external assistance are acknowledged, and the work functions as both a guide to the gallery and a modest family record.