Reference code
LAW/4/85
Title
Sam. Woodburn, via St. Croce, near Piazza d'Espagne, to Sir Thomas Lawrence, Russell Square, London
Date
8 Jan 1823
Level
Item
Extent & medium
1 piece
Content Description
He discusses the progress of items leaving Italy for London; discusses the progress of his bid to obtain a drawing by
Raphael from
Vicar, Mr. Dinsdale has not been any help; he speaks strongly in support of a national gallery for London, "capital of the globe", and asks that Lawrence raise the subject with the
King; he notes that Vicar has now called; he has been offered a Raphael painting from the Colonna Palace.