William Edward Frost

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William Edward Frost
1810-1877
William Etty
Pen and brown ink on paper.
4 3/4 x 4 1/2 inches (121 x 114 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2247
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Initialed at lower right: W.E.F. RA.

Inscription: 

Inscribed "W. Etty" by the artist; drawing tipped onto sheet of brown paper, with inscription reading: Given to J.A. Vinter by his friend W.E. Frost R.A.

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From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary: 

Portrait sketch of William Etty in profile, facing left, emphasizing his pock-marked complexion.

Associated names: 

Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
Vinter, John Alfred, approximately 1828-1905, former owner.

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