Catherine Dickens (1815–1879)

Image credit: Charles Dickens Museum, London

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This painting of Catherine Dickens was painted by the artist Daniel Maclise in 1847. Catherine is pictured in profile, stitching an over-mantel and wearing her engagement ring. The painting was exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1848 and is a rare opportunity to see what Catherine was like in her 30s.

Charles Dickens Museum, London

London

Title

Catherine Dickens (1815–1879)

Date

1847

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 109 x W 84 cm

Accession number

DH715

Acquisition method

gift, 1996

Work type

Painting

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Charles Dickens Museum, London

48 Doughty Street, London, Greater London WC1N 2LX England

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