Reference code
LAW/4/309
Title
G.H. Beaumont, Coleorton Hall, to Sir Thomas Lawrence, Russell Square, London
Date
13 Mar 1825
Level
Item
Extent & medium
1 piece
Content Description
He sends his thanks for the discourse sent by Lawrence; he agrees with Lawrence's praise of
Benjamin West and discusses at length the reasons for West's greatness, mentions a work in his possession,
Pylades & Orestes, and is mortified by the way current taste neglects him; he also agrees with Lawrence's verdict on
Mrs. Siddons by
Sir Joshua.
Associated Material
Benjamin West, Pylades and Orestes, 1766, Tate Collection