George Kinnaird, 7th Lord Kinnaird facts for kids

George Kinnaird, 7th Lord Kinnaird (1754–1805) was an important Scottish nobleman, a talented person, and a banker. He was chosen to be a representative peer in 1787. This meant he represented Scottish nobles in the British Parliament.

A Look at George Kinnaird's Life

George Kinnaird was born in 1754. His father was Charles Kinnaird, 6th Lord Kinnaird. His mother was Barbara Johnstone. When his father passed away in 1767, George became the 7th Lord Kinnaird.

In 1769, he went to Pembroke College, Cambridge. He finished his studies in 1771. He earned a Master of Arts degree there.

Kinnaird's Work as a Banker

George Kinnaird was a partner in a banking company. It was called Ransom, Morland and Hammersley. Their office was on Pall Mall in London. Two of his partners were also Members of Parliament. They were William Morland and Hugh Hammersley.

One of their important customers was the Prince of Wales. He later became King George IV. Lord Kinnaird had a disagreement with the Prince. Because of this, the Prince moved his banking business to another bank. This bank was called Coutts & Co..

Lord Kinnaird also led the London Fire Office. This was an important company. It helped people whose homes were damaged by fire.

In 1802, Lord Kinnaird helped start a new bank. It was called the Dundee New Bank. He worked with William Morland on this project. Later, in 1804, Henry Boase went to Dundee. He helped to reorganize the new bank.

His Love for Art

George Kinnaird was a big fan of art. He collected many beautiful paintings. He bought some of his art from a famous collection. This was called the Orleans Collection. It was sold off in 1792.

He also bought other important artworks. One example is the Virgin and Child by Parmigianino. A dealer named Thomas Moore Slade helped him. Slade brought artworks from Northern Europe for Kinnaird and his partners.

Lord Kinnaird's art collection was kept at his home. This home was called Rossie Priory. The collection was later sold in 1948.

Involvement in Politics

Lord Kinnaird was interested in politics. In 1792, he joined a group. It was called the Society of the Friends of the People. He became their treasurer. This group wanted to make changes to how Parliament worked. Other members included James Maitland, 8th Earl of Lauderdale and David Erskine, 11th Earl of Buchan.

Later Life and Achievements

In 1784, George Kinnaird became a Fellow of the Royal Society. This is a very old and respected group. It recognizes people who have done great things in science.

George Kinnaird passed away on October 11, 1805. He died in Perth, Scotland.

Family Life

George Kinnaird married Elizabeth Ransom. She was the daughter of Griffin Ransom. George and Elizabeth had several children. Their second son, Charles, became the next Lord Kinnaird. Their fifth son, Douglas James William, also became a Member of Parliament.

Here are their other children:

• George William Ransom, who died in 1779.
• Henry, who died in 1784.
• Edward Griffin, who died in 1803.
• Frederick John Hay, who died in 1814.

And their daughters:

• Eliza, who married Edward Plunkett, 14th Baron Dunsany.
• Georgiana Mary Anne, who married George Johnstone Hope.
• Laura Margaretta, who died in 1810.
• Amelia Barbara, who died in 1795.