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Thomson, William - portrait of a man
This miniature portrait is signed "Painted by W J Thomson Jan 1814 Edinburgh". William John Thomson (1771-1845) was born in Savannah, but emigrated to Britain where he became a successful miniature painter. The sitter is identified as "John Gloag". 931
The term "historical detective" may sound a little strange, but is the easiest way to express the intent of this research.
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