Correspondence concerning the Lumb Family portraits
Description
File includes nine letters and four sketches in which Orpen records his work and experiences whilst staying in Huddersfield, United Kingdom. Correspondence to his wife Grace Orpen discusses his impressions of the Lumb family, the local area, and how he is progressing with his portraits of family members, notably Annie Isobel 'Lillo' Lumb, whom he painted in 1906. File also includes preparatory sketches for the latter portrait.
Creator
Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931
Related topics
| Title | Correspondence concerning the Lumb Family portraits |
|---|---|
| Creator | Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931 |
| Date | [June 1906] |
| Type | Component |
| Ref | IE NGI/IA/ORP1/5/1/1/7/4 |
| Level | File |
| Condition | Good |
| Language | English |
| Extent | 13 items |
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Irish Art ArchiveWilliam Orpen (1878-1931)The William and Grace Orpen CollectionOrpen Family CorrespondenceLetters to Grace Orpen (née Knewstub)Letters from William Orpen to Grace Orpen (née Knewstub)Correspondence concerning the Lumb Family portraits
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