William Shakespeare
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William Shakespeare
by Sir George Scharf, after a painting attributed to John Taylor
lithograph, circa 1856 (circa 1610)
20 in. x 15 1/8 in. (508 mm x 384 mm) paper size
Given by Joshua Darbon, 1902
Reference Collection
NPG D40741
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Sitterback to top
- William Shakespeare (1564-1616), Dramatist and poet. Sitter associated with 92 portraits.
Artistsback to top
- Sir George Scharf (1820-1895), Artist and art historian; first Director of the National Portrait Gallery. Artist associated with 75 portraits, Sitter in 79 portraits.
- John Taylor (died 1651), Painter. Artist associated with 11 portraits.
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