Distinguished Anglo-American artist (1738–1820) best known for his large-scale paintings of historical scenes. Manuscript DS, signed “Benjamin West P. R. A.,” one page, 8 x 12.5, October 9, 1818. Document for King’s Warehouse, Customs, London. In part: “We have received four Cases, containing casts in Plaister belonging to Peter Turnerelli, Exhibitor in the Royal Academy, and imported by him for his sole use and improvement in the Arts, and not by way of Merchandise or for sale in this Country.” Signed at the conclusion by three Royal Academicians: architect John Soane, painter Martin Archer Shee, and painter Benjamin West. Retains the Royal Academy’s red wax seal to the lower left. In fine condition. Originally purchased from Walter R. Benjamin and accompanied by the original paper folder. Turnerelli was an Irish sculptor who had been art tutor to the royal princesses in the early 1800s. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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