Joseph Farington, London, to Revd. Henry White, Litchfield, Staffordshire

RA Collection: Archive

Archive context

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Reference code

AND/10/31

Title

Joseph Farington, London, to Revd. Henry White, Litchfield, Staffordshire

Date

18 Jul 1797

Level

Item

Extent & medium

1 piece

Content Description

Mr. Byrne has brought two letters from White. He requires more information if he is to help White aid the young Henry Salt. He provides advice, suggesting the man display his productions to his friends. He states that careful consideration is needed before deciding on the preferred branch of art.

He appreciates his advice has been offered rather late but will forever remember the kindness shown by the White to him.