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Sir Orlando Bridgeman, Bart. (?1606-1672)

Bridgeman

Engraving by G. Vandergucht possibly after a painting by W. Faithorne. Image size: 5 3/4 wide by 8 3/8 inches. Accession 2950.

Esteemed for his learning and integrity. Appointed Chief Baron of the Court of Exchequer (1660), Chief Justice of the Court of Common Pleas (1660-1667), Lord Keeper of the Great Seal (1667-1672). Not successful as Keeper. Dismissed for refusal to endorse measures he considered contrary to law. Relinquished the Seal to Shaftesbury.