David Clarkson

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David Clarkson

by Robert White, after Mary Beale
line engraving, circa 1696
10 7/8 in. x 6 7/8 in. (276 mm x 176 mm) paper size
Purchased with help from the Friends of the National Libraries and the Pilgrim Trust, 1966
Reference Collection
NPG D43323

Sitterback to top

  • David Clarkson (1622-1682), Divine and controversialist. Sitter in 3 portraits.

Artistsback to top

  • Mary Beale (1633-1699), Portrait painter. Artist or producer associated with 53 portraits, Sitter in 4 portraits.
  • Robert White (1645-1703), Engraver. Artist or producer associated with 608 portraits, Sitter in 1 portrait.

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