 Painted by Mortimer in 1770, the picture portrays some of the most colourful and prosperous landowners of the day, including Lord Mornington, who was ennobled by the King for his music making and is seen in the picture entertaining the company at the piano.The painting now hangs in the State Bedroom which the 2nd Earl had decorated in a lavish style for a planned visit by King George IV, who never came, preferring to dally with his mistress Lady Conyngham at Slane Castle instead.Lord Belmore was also on the board of the National Gallery of Ireland for five years, including a period as vice chairman.