Thomas Churchyard (1798-1865)
Thomas Churchyard (1798-1865)

A Hayfield with a Wagon, trees beyond

细节
Thomas Churchyard (1798-1865)
A Hayfield with a Wagon, trees beyond
inscribed 'Tom' and 'Anna' (on the reverse)
oil on panel
5 x 7 in. (12.7 x 17.8 cm.)

拍品专文

Churchyard, a lawyer by profession, often inscribed his childrens' names on the reverse of his paintings. This was a precaution against potential arguments over his will. He had three sons, Charles, Isaac and Thomas; and seven daughters Ellen, Emma, Laura, Anna, Bessie, Kate and Harriet.