Decorative arts — 1778-1779
Portrait, enamel portrait
This enamel portrait shows the young Prince William Henry at about the age of 13. The portrait is based on a painting by Benjamin West. Prince William Henry was the third son of King George III and Queen Charlotte. In 1789, his father created him the Duke of Clarence and in 1830 at the age of 64 he ascended to the throne after the death of his brother George IV. The oval-shaped portrait has a red enamel transfer print set against a white enamel background. It is likely to have been made in Birmingham. Such royal souvenirs were popular in the 18th century and were hung on the wall alongside other minatures.
- Category:
- Decorative arts
- Object ID:
- A9842
- Object name:
- portrait, enamel portrait
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- Production date:
- 1778-1779
- Material:
enamel, metal (unidentified)
- Measurements/duration:
- H 82 mm, W 56 mm, D 4 mm
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- Record quality:
- 60%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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