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Archive Reference / Library Class No.D5459/1/65
Former ReferenceD5459/1/38
Title[Bearded man with cane]
Date[1780-1799]
DescriptionA portrait of a Jewish man standing facing forward, his face in profile. He wears all black, including a long black coat. He wears a large white collar and a round red hat. He is bearded and wears a round red hat, gloves and carries and long cane in his right hand, whilst gesturing with his left hand. Available on CD 158.
LevelItem
RepositoryDerbyshire Record Office
ArtistWoodward, George Murgatroyd (?1765-1809)
Archive CreatorGeorge Murgatroyd Woodward (1765-1809), artist and writer
Further InformationIt may be a portrait, but the theatrical pose and traditional Venetian red hat make it possible that this is a depiction of Shylock from 'The Merchant of Venice'. The actor Charles Macklin (?1697-1797) was famed for his performance of the role, including his attention to the historical details of Venetian Jewish dress.
Physical DescriptionColoured drawing. Size 208 x 170 mm. Portrait.
CopiesA digital copy can also be viewed on the public computers at the record office.
Related MaterialSee D5459/1/4/9 for a scene from 'The
Merchant of Venice' and D5459/1/34/3 for a portrait of Macklin.
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