Tassie, James (1735–1799)
| Scottish gem-engraver and modeller. |
| With Henry Quin, Tassie invented the ‘white enamel composition’ which he used for his medallion portraits and cast reproduction of gems. |
| He was born at Pollokshaws, Scotland. His nephew, William Tassie (1777–1860), was also an engraver and modeller. |
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