The Family of Sir William Young (c. 1767-1769), by Johan Zoffany.
For a detailed discussion of the piece, see David Hunter, "Lubricious Facts, Pleasing Lies: Zoffany’s The Family of Sir William Young, Bart., a Conversation Piece Funded by Slavery." Music in Art XLVIII/1–2 (2023), pp. 127-146.
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Collector?
Yes
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Current Location
Walker Art Gallery
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Dispersal Date
30th Nov -0001
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Current Owner
National Museums Liverpool
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1759 - 1820
Enslaved woman on Caliviny Estate in Grenada; also listed as a slave-owner herself.
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.
