About James Wales
Lived 1747 – 1795 (aged 47–48). James Wales was a British painter.
James Wales (1747–1795) was a Scottish artist.
Biography Born in Peterhead, Wales sold portraits in Aberdeen before moving to London, where his work was displayed by the Royal Academy and the Society of Artists. and the Ellora Caves. His depictions of the latter were published in the 1803 book Hindoo Excavations in the Mountain of Ellora near Aurungabad in the Decan.
His daughter Susanna Wales also painted portraits, and married Sir Charles Malet, 1st Baronet, whom Wales met while in India.
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Who was James Wales?
Scottish painter (1747-1795)
When was James Wales born?
James Wales was born in 1747 in Peterhead.
When did James Wales die?
James Wales died in 1795 in Mumbai.
What was James Wales's occupation?
James Wales was a painter.
What nationality was James Wales?
James Wales was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Wales (artist)
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