Colvin Smith
Sir James Mackintosh, 1765 - 1832. Philosopher
About this artwork
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artist:Colvin Smith (1795 - 1875) Scottish
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title:Sir James Mackintosh, 1765 - 1832. Philosopher
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date created:After 1820
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materials:Oil on canvas
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measurements:127.00 x 105.40 cm; Framed: 154.30 x 132.71 x 11.50 cm
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credit line:Given by Mrs Mary Erskine to the National Gallery of Scotland; transferred 1889
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accession number:PG 248
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Colvin Smith
Colvin Smith
Smith was born in Brechin, Angus. From a well-to-do family, he attended the Royal Academy Schools in London and studied under Joseph Nollekens before going to Italy. On his return journey, Smith travelled via Antwerp, where he made several paintings in the style of Rubens. In 1827 Smith set up as a...
