Michael Rysbrack (1695-1770) John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722). Michael Rysbrack was born in Antwerp, but came to England in 1720 and established himself as Britain's leading sculptor. The Duke of Marlborough was a British military hero, celebrated for his victory over the French at the Battle of Blenheim. Marlborough is shown as a Roman emperor.

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Michael Rysbrack (1695-1770) John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722). Michael Rysbrack was born in Antwerp, but came to England in 1720 and established himself as Britain's leading sculptor. The Duke of Marlborough was a British military hero, celebrated for his victory over the French at the Battle of Blenheim. Marlborough is shown as a Roman emperor.

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