William Gaskell (1805–1884)
William Gaskell (1805–1884)
William Gaskell (1805–1884)
William Gaskell (1805–1884)
William Gaskell (1805–1884)
William Gaskell (1805–1884)
William Gaskell (1805–1884)

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The work was commissioned to mark Gaskell's 30 years as chairman.

The Portico Library and Gallery

Manchester

Title

William Gaskell (1805–1884)

Date

1878

Medium

marble

Measurements

H 76 x W 53 x D 36 cm;
Plinth: H 112 x W 26 x D 26 cm

Accession number

SCULP.2

Acquisition method

commissioned

Work type

Bust

Inscription description

in black lettering on front of plinth: WILLIAM GASKELL / CHAIRMAN / 1849 TO 1884

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