David Davies







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David Davies
by Edward Scriven, published by Agnew & Zanetti, after Joseph Allen
stipple engraving, published 1826
18 1/2 in. x 14 1/4 in. (469 mm x 361 mm) plate size; 26 3/4 in. x 19 3/4 in. (681 mm x 501 mm) paper size
Given by Messrs Thomas Agnew, 1932
Reference Collection
NPG D34814
Sitterback to top
- David Davies (1755-1828), Headmaster of Macclesfield Grammar School. Sitter in 1 portrait.
Artistsback to top
- Agnew & Zanetti (active 1823-1837), Publishers. Artist associated with 35 portraits.
- Joseph Allen (1769-1839), Painter. Artist associated with 20 portraits.
- Edward Scriven (1775-1841), Engraver. Artist associated with 210 portraits.
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