William Shiels, R.S.A. (1783-1857) : identity, scientific enquiry, and the development of art institutions in Britain and North America
This thesis critically investigates and analyses the development of art institutions and museums in the United States of America and Britain viewed through the career of William Shiels, R.S.A. (1783-1857). The first Chapter establishes Shiels’ early career and background in Edinburgh and London. Cha...
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University of Aberdeen
2013
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| Online Access: | http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.582725 |