Solar Spot

Painting in black and white by James Nasmyth of a group of sunspots. Oil, distemper and lampblack on paper, 90x64cm, backed with conservation paper 94x68cm. NB Old mount removed during conservation April 2000 has revealed title at bottom SOLAR SPOT JUNE 5 [18--, year worn away]

Collection

Science Museum

Inventory Number

3020253

Title

Solar Spot

Object Type

PhysicalObject

Measurements

- backing paper: 940 mm x 680 mm; image: 900 mm x 640 mm