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Frances Anna Dunlop

Sir John Dunlop Bart. (1804 - 1839)

Description:

Sir John Dunlop was elected MP for the kilmarnock Burghs in 1832. He lost his seat at the following election.

 

He was the grandson of Frances Anna Dunlop, close friend of Robert Burns, and as such, he too could claim to be descended from William Wallace.

 

On the 30 June 1838, he was created a Baronet but died less than a year later. This painting was presented to the Town Council by the artist in 1850.

Place of Production:
Kilmarnock
Materials/Media:
oil on canvas
Dimensions:
760 x 640mm
Source:
The Dick Institute
Accession number:
FA/A231
Digital Number:
EAFA258n
Creation Date:
1930 - 1950
Copyright:
East Ayrshire Council