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Thomas Major

British etcher, copperplate and seal engraver and illustrator (1720-1799) · Artists · Died at 79

Thomas Major was an English engraver. His early career was in Paris. In England, he became engraver to Frederick, Prince of Wales. He was the first engraver recognized by the Royal Academy of Arts, and was chief seal engraver to the king.

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Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1720 to 1799 · aged 79