The William Hinds Prescod collection was auctioned in 1861. A copy of the catalogue is held by the National Gallery. 'NGA28/2/21, William Hinds Prescod Collection Catalogue 9 Apr 1861. Photocopy of the posthumous sale catalogue of W.H. Prescod’s collection (comprising of pictures, sculpture, busts, vases, furniture and 300 volumes of books) on 8-9 Apr 1861.'
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Collector?
Yes
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Dispersal Year
1861
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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.
