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Nicolas François Dun

Nicolas François Dun (1764–1832) was a French painter.

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Nicolas François Dun

Mary Anne Acton, Lady Acton (1784-1873) in lace bordered with white satin dress, pink cashmere stole resting on her knees. Pearl tiara seated on a balcony overlooking the bay of Naples with Vesuvius in distance.

Nicolas François Dun · National Trust · Public domain

Born
1764 · Lunéville.
Died
1832 · Naples.
Nationality
France
Occupation
painter
Fields
portrait
Languages
French

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Notes, references and evidence

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