Richard James Wyatt (d.1850) first exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1818 and shortly after met Sir Thomas Lawrence, who was impressed with the young sculptor's work and took an interest in him. Through Lawrence, Wyatt was to meet Canova who was visiting England. Equally impressed with Wyatt's talent, Canova assured him his protection and permission should he ever want to work in Italy. Wyatt willingly accepted the opportunity, arriving in Rome in 1821 and working in Canova's studio until the Italian's death the following year. He then spent a short time in Thorwaldsen's studio before setting up on his own account. After a period of five years, when he received no commissions, Wyatt became one of the most sought-after sculptors in Rome with such patrons as Queen Victoria, the Duke of Devonshire and Sir Robert Peel.
The account books for 1 June 1832 record:- Gave a letter to Mr. John Freeborn power to draw on me for 80 pounds sterling to pay 60 for two busts to Wyatt

These busts are listed in the Hall in the 1840 Inventory, Pair of marble busts of the family