Henry Pelham
American born British-Irish painter and engraver (1749-1806)
Henry Pelham was born on February 14, 1749 in Boston and died in September 1806 in Kenmare, aged about 57. Recorded occupations: painter, printmaker, copper engraver and cartographer. Country of citizenship: Thirteen Colonies. Notable works include “Stephen Hooper”, “Portrait of the Fourth Baron Cleraine” and “The Boston Massacre”. Educated at Boston Latin School.
- Born
- February 14, 1749 · Boston
- Died
- September 1806 · Kenmare
- Age at death
- about 57
- Citizenship
- Thirteen Colonies
- Occupations
- painter, printmaker, copper engraver, cartographer
- Notable works
- Stephen Hooper, Portrait of the Fourth Baron Cleraine, The Boston Massacre
- Education
- Boston Latin School
- Wikipedia editions
- 4 languages
- Signature licence
- Public domain
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