Portrait of a lady: PD.28-1971

Materials used in production

Black chalk
Red chalk

Components of the work

Support composed of paper ( laid down)

Techniques used in production

Drawing : Black and red chalk, with stump on paper, laid down (chalk and/or watercolour applied to verso)

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: apparently Downman's hand

• Text: Original Study 1783. / Lady Unknown. I never knew or / saw her again, 'tho' the ladies with her highly approved it. / Often taken for the celebrated Mrs Sheridan
• Location: Frame, verso
• Method of creation: Label

Inscription present: small circular label, bearing Buttery number

• Text: HAB A/120/H
• Location: Frame, verso
• Method of creation: Label

References and bibliographic entries

• John Downman 1750-1824; Landscape, figure studies and portraits of 'Distinguished persons' page(s): 94

Identification numbers

Accession number: PD.28-1971
Primary reference Number: 15305
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Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Paintings, Drawings and Prints