John William Bailey
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John William Bailey was a British
miniature
painter. He was born in London the son of a tanner and was educated at Stratford-on-Avon.
Bailey received artistic training under William Essex, and executed portraits and enamels of dogs. His work was exhibited at the Royal Academy for three decades (1859–1889), and he produced commissions for the Rajah of Kolapore], whilst that prince was visiting England. Bailey died aged eighty-three.
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Portrait miniature
A portrait miniature is a miniature portrait painting, usually executed in gouache, watercolour, or enamel.Portrait miniatures began to flourish in 16th century Europe and the art was practiced during the 17th century and 18th century...
painter. He was born in London the son of a tanner and was educated at Stratford-on-Avon.
Bailey received artistic training under William Essex, and executed portraits and enamels of dogs. His work was exhibited at the Royal Academy for three decades (1859–1889), and he produced commissions for the Rajah of Kolapore], whilst that prince was visiting England. Bailey died aged eighty-three.