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Miniature of William Cadogan Simes (1773–1824)

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Miniature of William Cadogan Simes (1773–1824)

Datec. 1810–1824

Probable placePortsmouth, New Hampshire, United States

MediumWatercolor on ivory

Dimensions2 1/8 × 1 1/2 in. (5.4 × 3.8 cm)

Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, museum purchase funded by Jerry and June Adair in memory of Mrs. Jerry R. Adair, Sr.

Object numberB.98.10

Current Location

Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens

Metals Study Room

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Bayou Bend

Object Type

MINIATURE (PORTRAITS)

DescriptionWilliam Cadogan Simes was born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, the son of an English immigrant. After serving an apprenticeship with his brother-in-law Martin Perry, he established his own silversmithing shop in Portsmouth. Silversmiths were often among the wealthiest craftsmen and prominent in their communities. This miniature by an unknown artist is a testament to Simes’s success in his trade.
ProvenanceCaroline E. Simes Chase (1809–1890), daughter of William Cadogan Simes (1773–1824) and wife of Captain John Chase (1807–1869); [Whirligig Antiques, Austin]; purchased by MFAH, 1998.
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Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks

Inscription: Paper label on verso in ink: Wm Simes / Father of / Caroline E. Simes / Chase

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