A UK Art Charity are campaigning to save The Armada Portrait of Elizabeth I for the nation

The video discusses the historical portrait of Elizabeth I, highlighting its significance and the efforts to keep it in public ownership. The painting, likely commissioned by Sir Francis Drake, is up for sale with a price tag of £10 million. Various organizations are contributing funds, but public support is crucial to prevent it from being acquired by a private collector. The video also explores the debate between private and national collections, noting that private collections can benefit the art market. The government does not intervene in art sales but has measures to prevent important artworks from leaving the country. The urgency to secure funds is emphasized, likening it to a battle Elizabeth I would have relished.

What is the historical significance of the portrait of Elizabeth I?

• It depicts her coronation.

• It was a gift from the Spanish king.

• It commemorates her victory over the Spanish Armada.

• It was painted by Leonardo da Vinci.

Who is believed to have commissioned the portrait of Elizabeth I?

• Sir Walter Raleigh

• Sir Francis Drake

• King Henry VIII

• William Shakespeare

How much money is needed to keep the painting in public ownership?

• £8.6 million

• £10 million

• £1 million

• £5 million

What is one argument in favor of private art collections?

• They help keep the art market active and benefit the exchequer.

• They prevent art from being seen by the public.

• They are more important than national collections.

• They are not loaned out for public exhibitions.

What is the government's stance on intervening in art sales?

• The government bans all private art collections.

• The government actively influences art markets.

• The government does not intervene in private sales.

• The government funds all art acquisitions.