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Charlotte Hughins Murray

British, active late 18th century - early 19th century

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The image shows a portrait of a person from the upper half of their body. They are facing forward but their head is turned slightly to the side, suggesting a profile view. The person has sharp facial features, light-colored hair styled in a classic manner, and is wearing a black coat with a high collar and a white cravat. The background consists of a red drapery.
Mather Brown, William Vans Murray, 1787, oil on canvas, Andrew W. Mellon Collection, 1940.1.1

William Vans Murray

Mather Brown · 1787 · oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  1940.1.1