Factsheet
- Museums on this site: National Portrait Gallery
- Lifespan: 27 years
- Died: 1782
- Born: 1755, York, United Kingdom
- Top-ranked work: William Mason
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Questions & Answers
How long did William Doughty live?
27 years (1755–1782)
What are the 3 top-ranked paintings by William Doughty on ArtsDot.com?
William Mason, William Doughty
To which destination was Doughty sailing when his ship was captured?
Bengal
How many of William Doughty's paintings are on ArtsDot.com?
2
When and where was William Doughty born?
1755, York, United Kingdom
What art period did William Doughty belong to?
Early Modern
In which city was the artist William Doughty born?
York
Is William Doughty's work still under copyright?
No, works by this artist are in the public domain.
Which technique was Doughty particularly successful with?
Mezzotint portraits
In which city did William Doughty die in 1782?
Lisbon