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Daniel Lambert (1770-1809). English keeper of Leicester gaol. He was forced to retire from his role due to his weight. He became a celebrity in London, exhibiting himself as a natural curiosity at 53 Piccadilly for a fee of a shilling. Portrait attributed to Benajmin Marshall (1767-1835). Oil on panel, early 19th century after portrait of 1806. National Portrait Gallery. London, England, United Kingdom.

Daniel Lambert (1770-1809). English keeper of Leicester gaol. He was forced to retire from his role due to his weight. He became a celebrity in London, exhibiting himself as a natural curiosity at 53 Piccadilly for a fee of a shilling. Portrait attributed to Benajmin Marshall (1767-1835). Oil on panel, early 19th century after portrait of 1806. National Portrait Gallery. London, England, United Kingdom.
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Daniel Lambert (1770-1809). English keeper of Leicester gaol. He was forced to retire from his role due to his weight. He became a celebrity in London, exhibiting himself as a natural curiosity at 53 Piccadilly for a fee of a shilling. Portrait attributed to Benajmin Marshall (1767-1835). Oil on panel, early 19th century after portrait of 1806. National Portrait Gallery. London, England, United Kingdom.
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4505 x 5517 px | 71.1 MB
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38.1 x 46.7 cm | 15.0 x 18.4 in (300 dpi)