James Craggs (c.1657–1721), Postmaster GeneralMichael Dahl · 1720

  • Creation date1720
  • Dimensions115.0 x 92.0 cm
  • MuseumThe British Postal Museum - Archive

Michael Dahl (1658 – 1743)

Michael Dahl (1659-1743): Celebrated Swedish Baroque portraitist renowned for his aristocratic subjects & time painting in England. Discover his masterpieces!

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About this artwork

  • Title: James Craggs (c.1657–1721), Postmaster General
  • Artist: Michael Dahl
  • Year: 1720
  • Original dimensions: 115.0 x 92.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: The British Postal Museum - Archive
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Color hue: Golden Yellow Range
  • Color intensity: Monochromatic

Questions & Answers

What aliases or alternate names does Michael Dahl have?

Other names recorded for Michael Dahl, creator of "James Craggs (c.1657–1721), Postmaster General", include Michael Dahl I, Michael Dahl d.ä., Michael Dahl the Elder, Michael. The Elder Dahl, Michael, I Dahle.

How is "James Craggs (c.1657–1721), Postmaster General" by Michael Dahl proportioned, and how big is it?

"James Craggs (c.1657–1721), Postmaster General" by Michael Dahl is a portrait composition measuring 115 x 92 cm in the original.

What is the creation date of "James Craggs (c.1657–1721), Postmaster General" by Michael Dahl?

The creation of "James Craggs (c.1657–1721), Postmaster General" by Michael Dahl is dated 1720.

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