Study of a man, called William King; in a feigned oval, his head turned to the right, wearing a coat and waistcoat, with a cocked hat under his left arm. Made by Joseph Wright of Derby (1734 - 1797). Black and white chalk on buff paper, in cream window mount.

Exhibitions:

Title: Joseph Wright of Derby 1734-1797
Dates: from 21/06/1997 to 28/09/1997

Publications

Title: Joseph Wright of Derby 1734 - 1797
Sub-Title: An introduction to the work of Joseph Wright of Derby with a catalogue of drawings held by Derby Museum and Art Gallery. Published on the occasion of an exhibition commemorating the Bicentenary of the artist's death.
Published Place: Derby
Published Year: 1997

Related People

Wright, Joseph (Artist)
Display Date: British, 1734 - 1797
Nationality: British
Biography: British artist.
Thomas Hudson (After)
Display Date: British, 1701 - 1779
Nationality: British
William King (Content)
Display Date: 1685 - 1763
Nationality: British

Recto: Study of William King, after Thomas Hudson

Medium: black and white chalk on buff paper

Object Type:	drawing
Dimensions:	Support: 314 x 273 mm (12 3/8 x 10 3/4 in.)
Inscriptions:	'brownish purple top coat light brown coat, buttons the same' verso.
Provenance:	Purchased from David Posnett, Leger Galleries Ltd., 1996.
Viewing Status:	On Display
Item Ref:	1996-1/30A
Item Ref:	1996-1/30A