Caroline Watson
Mary, Duchess of Gloucester, 1776 - 1857. 4th daughter of George III; wife of William Frederick, Duke of Gloucester
About this artwork
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artist:Caroline Watson (1760 - 1814) English
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title:Mary, Duchess of Gloucester, 1776 - 1857. 4th daughter of George III; wife of William Frederick, Duke of Gloucester
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date created:Published 1785
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after:John Hoppner (1758 - 1810) English
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materials:Mezzotint on paper
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measurements:13.34 x 10.80 cm
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credit line:Bequeathed by William Finlay Watson 1886
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accession number:SP VI 80.1
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Caroline Watson
Caroline Watson
Caroline Watson was born in London and is considered one of the most skilful engravers working in late 18th century England. Watson studied under her father, Irish engraver James Watson, and excelled particularly at the stipple method which is a dotted technique allowing for a rich tonal texture....
