Unknown Man
Silhouettist: Miers, John
Height: 29 mm
Width: 22 mm
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1922) by Perceval, Spencer George
Production date: in or after AD 1788
The use of gold highlighting (bronzing) indicates that this shade was painted by Miers after his removal to London in 1788. The locket may also be made by him as at this time he began to make the settings for his own work.
Support composed of plaster
Silhouette : Silhouette painted in black with highlights of gold on composition plaster support
Accession number: 3747
Primary reference Number: 32932
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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