Gallery Title
Gallery Title
Blind Dan
Accession Number NWHCM : 1891.11
Description
Drawing, 'Blind Dan 1812' by W. Hawkes (1812-1891), watercolour on paper, 1812; 24.8 cm x 19.4 cm; inscription in artist's handwriting (?) signed and dated 'A portrait of an old celebrity of Norwich a blind man who for many years traversed its streets with almanacks, ballards etc. / the portait was taken by a Mr. Gerrard about the year 1812 and by his permission I made this copy at that time / W. Hawkes'
Artist
Hawkes, W.
Creation Date
1812
Measurements
24.8 cm
Department
Fine Art : Norwich Castle Museum
Inscription
A portrait of an old celebrity of Norwich a blind man who for many years traversed its streets with almanacks, ballads etc. / the portait was taken by a Mr. Gerrard about the year 1812 and by his permission I made this copy at that time / W. Hawkes
