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Richard Beau Nash (1674–1761)

William Hoare (1707–1792)

Bath Pump Room

Richard Beau Nash (1674–1761)

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Richard Nash was, during his lifetime, known as the ‘King of Bath’. He was Master of Ceremonies, a role which involved keeping social life in Bath running smoothly. He enforced standards of good behaviour and made introductions. He was a leader of fashion, and played a vital role in establishing Bath as an essential place to see and be seen for the wealthy in Georgian England. The white hat he wears in this portrait was his trademark. He loved gambling, and as an old man lived in relative poverty as a result.

Bath Pump Room

Bath

Title

Richard Beau Nash (1674–1761)

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 74.5 x W 61.1 cm

Accession number

BATVG : P : 1984.26

Acquisition method

gift from the artist; on loan to the Pump Room, Bath

Work type

Painting

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Bath Pump Room

Stall Street, Bath, Somerset BA1 1LZ England

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William Hoare

1707–1792

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