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Sir William Allan

1782–1850

Tartar Robbers Dividing Spoil 1817, exhibited 1817
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Sir William Allan (1782 – 23 February 1850) was a distinguished Scottish historical painter known for his scenes of Russian life. He became president of the Royal Scottish Academy and was made a Royal Academician.

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  • Tartar Robbers Dividing Spoil

    Sir William Allan
    1817, exhibited 1817
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