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William Hyde Wollaston

  • 1830

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A seated portrait of William Hyde Wollaston (1766–1828), English chemist and physicist. He is holding spectacles and a piece of paper.

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  • 14 in. H x 10.75 in. W
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  • (Below portrait left) "Painted by John Jackson, R.A."
  • (Below portrait right) "Engraved by Willm. Skelton."
  • (Bottom center) "To His Royal Highness Prince Augustus Frederick Duke of Sussex, K.G. & T.G.C.H. &c.&c.&c.&c. This Portrait of the late Willian Hyde Wollaston, M.D. F.R.S. &c.&c.&c. is with H.R.Hss's most gracious permission most respectfully inscribed By His Royal Highnesses most dutiful & obedient Servant, Willm. Skelton.Published Novr. 18th. 1830 by W. Skelton, 1 Stafford Place, Pimlico."
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Skelton, William. “William Hyde Wollaston.” Wove paper, paper (fiber product). London, England: William Skelton, 1830. Science History Institute. Philadelphia. https://digital.sciencehistory.org/works/fj236214z.

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