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Capt. Alexander Grant of Grantsfield Sherriff of Aberdeenshire 1741-48
Capt. Alexander Grant of Grantsfield Sherriff of Aberdeenshire 1741-48

Capt. Alexander Grant of Grantsfield Sherriff of Aberdeenshire 1741-48

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Mediumoil on canvas
ClassificationsPaintings And Drawings
DimensionsSight Size: Height: 74.7 cm, Width: 62.5 cm
Frame: Height: 89.2 cm, Width: 77.2 cm
AcquisitionOwned by Aberdeen City Council under the curatorial care of Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums.
CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDCC001054
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About MeSheriffs were Royal officials’ response for enforcing justice. After 1745, the formerly hereditary posts became salaried officers, who were often members of the Scottish bar.
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Sheriffs were Royal officials’ response for enforcing justice. After 1745, the formerly hereditary posts became salaried officers, who were often members of the Scottish bar.