Manx Landscape with tholtan
Date made: n.d.
Description: “Among the most necessary improvements wanting…is the improvement of cottage building, and the building of proper and convenient houses and offices for small farmers.” (John Feltham, A tour through the Island of Mann in 1797 and 1798, M 09791)
Miss Georgina Gore Currie was the niece of Horatio Powys, Bishop of Sodor and Man from 1854 to 1877. Georgina stayed with the Bishop’s family at their residence, Bishopscourt, north of Kirk Michael. During her time on the Isle of Man, Georgina sketched and painted many Manx scenes including Bishopscourt and its gardens.
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Measurements: 10.5cm x 18cm
Materials: watercolour on paper
Object name: painting, watercolour
Collection: Art Collection
ID number: 1954-3601/29