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In common with many of the Webster family portraits, the identity of the sitter is only known from frame name-plates and inscriptions on the rear of the painting and frame. This obviously has drawbacks in the degree of certainty that can be attached to the identity of any of the Webster sitters.
Title
Sir Thomas Webster, 1st Bt, Aged 3
Date
1680
Medium
oil on canvas
Measurements
H 109.2 x W 88.9 cm
Accession number
88227209
Acquisition method
purchased at Christie's, 1998
Work type
Painting