William Miller Christy (1778 - 1858)
John Miers (Leeds 1758 – London 1821)
Category
Art / Silhouettes
Date
1810
Materials
Ink on paper, wood and leather
Measurements
44 x 34 mm
Place of origin
Unknown
Order this imageCollection
Dudmaston, Shropshire
NT 813641.1
Summary
Silhouette, William Miller Christy (1778 - 1858) by John Miers (Leeds 1758 – London 1821). One of two silhouettes: Miniature head and shoulder silhouettes of William Christy and his wife Ann. Detailed gilt highlighting. Contained in gold hinged miniature case, behind glass. In original red leather box with cream silk lining.
Provenance
Darby collection.
Marks and inscriptions
Interior: Original Miers label pasted to case interior
Makers and roles
John Miers (Leeds 1758 – London 1821), artist