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Thomas Wood - The Abstemious Miller

1821

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About the Item

Thomas Wood, The Abstemious Miller, 1821. Portrait of miller Thomas Wood (1719-1783), made c1773 when he was 53 years old. Wood, of Billericay in Essex, became known for his weight-loss diet which he adopted after a life of excess. He had become extremely overweight and suffered numerous health problems, and was recommended a book by Luigi Cornaro, a 17th century Italian dietician. Wood subsequently gave up meat, alcohol and animal fat, and ate only a pudding made from seabiscuits. His health was restored, and it is thought that he lost between ten and eleven stone in weight. From " Wonderful Characters: Comprising Memoirs and Anecdotes of the Most Remarkable Persons of Every Age and Nation", Vol. I, by Henry Wilson. [J. Robins and Co. Albion Press, London, 1821]. Artist's identity is from J.C. Smith, 'British mezzotinto portraits', vol. 4, London 1883, p. 1750 Foxing Image: 18.0 x 11.0 cm In conservation mount: measures 31.5 x 25.0cm
  • Creation Year:
    1821
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 4.34 in (11 cm)
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    1 of 1Price: $131
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  • Gallery Location:
    Bournemouth, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1589215389022

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