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Sir William Hamilton (1730–1803), and the First Lady Hamilton (1738–1782), in Their Apartment in Naples

David Allan (1744–1796)

Compton Verney

Sir William Hamilton (1730–1803), and the First Lady Hamilton (1738–1782), in Their Apartment in Naples
Sir William Hamilton (1730–1803), and the First Lady Hamilton (1738–1782), in Their Apartment in Naples
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Described by travellers as ‘a man of exquisite taste’ Sir William Hamilton (1730–1803) was British Envoy to Naples from 1764 to 1798 and a key figure in the life of the city. Here he listens to his first wife, Catherine Barlow, play the table piano. During his time in Naples Hamilton played host to many visitors, studied Vesuvius intently, and built up a large collection of art and antiquities, some of which are shown here. His diplomatic connections enabled him to acquire and export antiquities to Britain, even though this was illegal and against the instructions of the King of Naples.

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Title

Sir William Hamilton (1730–1803), and the First Lady Hamilton (1738–1782), in Their Apartment in Naples

Date

1770

Medium

oil on copper

Measurements

H 45 x W 57 cm

Accession number

CVCSC : 0357.B

Acquisition method

purchased, 2006

Work type

Painting

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David Allan

1744–1796

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