Captain Downman, the artist's brother — John Downman|Francis Dowman | DiscoverArt

John Downman|Francis Dowman

Captain Downman, the artist's brother

ca. 1776

Black chalk, brush and gray wash

25.7 × 20.6 cm (10.1 × 8.1 in)

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