Samuel Blackburn

Scottish artist

Samuel Blackburn (1813–1856) was an early 19th century Scottish portrait painter.

In 1844 he is listed as a "historical and portrait painter" living at 7 London Street in Edinburgh's New Town.[1]

In later life he was based at a luxurious house at 29 Drummond Place in Edinburgh's New Town.[2]

He is buried in Warriston Cemetery.

Known works

Sir Michael Shaw Stewart 5th Baronet, etching based on portrait by Samuel Blackburn

see[3]

  • Sir Michael Shaw Stewart, 5th Baronet at Pollok House
  • Thomas Guthrie at Westminster College, Cambridge
  • Thomas Mure of Warriston at Newhailes House
  • Helen Boyle wife of Thomas Mure of Warriston at Newhailes House
  • Sir John Maxwell

References

  1. ^ Edinburgh Post Office Directory 1844
  2. ^ Edinburgh Post Office Directory 1857
  3. ^ "Blackburn, Samuel, active 1838–1857 | Art UK".


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