Thos. Lawrence, to Joseph Farington

RA Collection: Archive

Reference code

LAW/1/178

Title

Thos. Lawrence, to Joseph Farington

Date

[24 Jan 1808]

Level

Item

Extent & medium

1 piece

Historical Background

Lawrence usually demanded half payment at the point of commission.

Content Description

He is not surprised that Farington will dine at Charles Long's; Wellesley the younger has just left him, Lawrence broke with his usual business practice and Lord Wellesley has yet to send payment, he will never deviate from the arrangement again, he goes on to spread gossip about Wellesley the younger; he will contact Mr. Baring; Knight wants the figure to be Poussin sized, he may be stubborn but Lawrence will be firm.