Allan Ramsay
A Man's Right Hand. Study for the Painting of Dr Samuel Torriano, died 1785
About this artwork
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artist:Allan Ramsay (1713 - 1784) Scottish
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title:A Man's Right Hand. Study for the Painting of Dr Samuel Torriano, died 1785
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date created:About 1738
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materials:Red chalk, heightened with white, on yellow paper
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measurements:10.20 x 14.00 cm
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credit line:Lady Murray of Henderland Gift 1860 as a memorial of her husband, Lord Murray of Henderland
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accession number:D 2143
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Allan Ramsay
Allan Ramsay
Ramsay, named after his father who was a poet, was internationally renowned for his outstanding portraits. He attended the new Academy of Saint Luke in Edinburgh and then continued his artistic education in Italy. He visited Rome, studying at the French Academy and Naples. British residents...
