Auguste EdouartFrench, 1789–1861Master Gronow. 27th Aug. 1827.
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Where is “Master Gronow. 27th Aug. 1827.” now? Collection: Victoria and Albert Museum, London. Not on view at present. Checked September 25, 2026.
Victoria and Albert Museum
London, United Kingdom
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About the work
Shadow portraits or silhouettes became popular in the 18th century as a way of capturing a faithful likeness. Some were direct tracings of a shadow, while others used mechanical devices to reduce scale. Edouart, a portrait artist who specialised in silhouettes, cut each portrait in duplicate, adding the name, date and location of the sitter on the back, much as a photographer keeps reference negatives.
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- E.2425-1913
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