John Hothersall Pinder by Samuel Cousins, after Sir William Boxall mezzotint, mid 19th century 22 1/4 in. x 16 7/8 in. (565 mm x 429 mm) plate size; 27 3/8 in. x 20 1/8 in. (695 mm x 510 mm) paper size acquired Reference Collection NPG D40224
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Collector?
Yes
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Current Location
London
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Current Owner
National Portait Gallery
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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.
