John Downman, A.R.A. (Devon 1750-1824 Wrexham)

The present drawing demonstrates Downman's sensitive approach to portrait painting, whether capturing the likeness of a sitter for a commission or for more personal subjects, such as the present study. Other carefully executed portraits of animals include pets such as his favourite spaniel and his cat called 'Tibby' and wildlife that he saw in this garden such as a toad that lived in his pond, a robin and a dove amongst others.