Samuel Cartwright (1789–1864)

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Benedetto Pistrucci was an Italian gem-engraver, medallist and sculptor. In 1815, Pistrucci sought patronage in London; from 1816 he worked at the Royal Mint, producing coinage dies for George III and George IV, and was appointed Chief Medallist in 1828, with William Wyon as Chief Engraver. He made the official coronation medals for George IV and for Victoria. Pistrucci also made portrait busts.

National Portrait Gallery, London

London

Title

Samuel Cartwright (1789–1864)

Date

1784–1850

Medium

marble

Measurements

H 42.9 x W (?) x D (?) cm

Accession number

4983

Acquisition method

donated by Cyril Bowdler Henry, 1974

Work type

Bust

Inscription description

incised

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