Description:Edward Bamfield or Bamford (1732-1768), the 'Staffordshire Giant', pictured with John Coan (1728-1764), the 'Norfolk Dwarf'. The inscription at the bottom of the picture describes Mr. Bamfield as being 7 feet 4 inches tall, and Mr. Coan 'not exceeding three feet'. Both died in London, aged 36. They both earned a living as sideshow performers; giants and dwarfs were special attractions around the Fleet Street area of London during the 18th century.
Engraved by Hawksworth after a portrait by Benjamin Rackstrow and sold by James Roberts, 4th May 1771.