Thos. Lawrence, to [Joseph Farington
RA Collection: Archive
Archive context
Reference code
LAW/2/20
Title
Thos. Lawrence, to [Joseph Farington
Date
[7 Aug 1812]
Level
Item
Extent & medium
1 piece
Content Description
He awaits the results of the efforts of Mr. Briggs [ a reference to financial matters]; yesterday Lord Wellesley showed him a letter from Lord W., which is now in the papers, he says Wellington writes like a soldier and provides further observations; he, with Mr. Edridge, are to enter into Wellesley's folly and will have to paint the "Goddess", admitting she has her share of earthly beauty.