'Portrait of the Mackinen Children', by William Hogarth, now in the National Gallery of Ireland, NGI.791, presumed commissioned by William Mackinen (c. 1697-1767). The NGI gives no date but it would appear to be c. 1745.
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Collector?
Yes
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Current Location
Dublin
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Dispersal Date
30th Nov -0001
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Current Owner
National Gallery of Ireland
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1785 - 1854
Jamaican-born widow of a prominent slave-owner; resident in Britain following the death of her husband in 1818. Accused - and acquitted - of the cruel treatment of some enslaved people whom she brought to Britain with her.
Document comprises 4 parts, written recto and verso across 5 folios: 1. An inventory and valuation of enslaved persons at Windsor Estate, St Elizabeth parish, Jamaica, 1814. 2. An inventory and valuation of enslaved persons at Williamsfield settlement, St Elisabeth parish, Jamaica, 1814. 3. An inventory of animals at Windsor Estate, St Elizabeth parish, Jamaica, 1814. 4. A cover note outlining the contents of the document.
