Edward Scriven

Edward Scriven (1775–1841) was a British printmaker, graphic artist and art collector.

Edward Scriven in brief

Born
1775
Died
1841
Known for
printmaker, graphic artist, art collector and copper engraver
Place of birth
Alcester
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Overview

Born at Alcester in 1775, died at London in 1841.

In detail

training under Robert Thew is recorded. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is printmaking and graphics. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are portrait.

Places of work recorded in the authority are London and Paris.

Work by Edward Scriven is recorded in the collections of Auckland Art Gallery, National Portrait Gallery, National Library of Wales, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Yale Center for British Art.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Edward Scriven”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q5345263: Edward Scriven

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