English Artist: William Essex

Portrait miniature by William Essex depicting Rev. John Carey Pengelli, Victorian Era Wesleyan Minister

Rev. John Carey Pengelly (1803-1883),
Victorian Era Wesleyan (Methodist) Minister

English
circa 1840
by William Essex (ca. 1784-1869)

1 1/2 x 1 15/16 inches (sight)

enamel on porcelain; housed in a gilt metal surround with later added bale;
inscribed to the reverse, "Revd J. C. Pengelly / Painted by Essex"