Miniature
Sir William Charles Ross, RA (London 1794 – London 1860)
Category
Art / Miniatures
Date
1850
Materials
Ebony, Giltwood, Glass, Ivory, Watercolour paint
Order this imageCollection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 13187
Summary
Three miniatures of the Gibbs family in giltwood frames and glazed ebony travelling cases. Painted in 1850 by Sir William Charles Ross R.A. Because of their delicate nature these miniatures are displayed on a rotational basis to protect their integrity.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.
Makers and roles
Sir William Charles Ross, RA (London 1794 – London 1860), artist