Reference code
LAW/3/300
Title
Hny. Thomson, 15 Newman St., to Sir Thomas
Date
15 Jun 1821
Level
Item
Extent & medium
1 piece
Historical Background
The letter relates to the acquisition by the Royal Academy of the copy of Leonardo's
Last Supper, attributed to (among others)
Marco D'Oggiono.
Content Description
He congratulates Lawrence on the decision reached last night at the General meeting of the
Academy; it will show the world that artists are the real patrons.
Associated Material
PNT 03/1230 The Last Supper