The monumenr of Ann, wife of Francis Waring

1750

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

The monumenr of Ann, wife of Francis Waring is a 1750 by John Bacon, depicting Writing, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: John Bacon
When & what style?: 1750
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This sketch shows a woman sitting and reading a book, her hand resting on her chin. Behind her, a small table holds a cup and a book with text visible. The drawing is split down the middle by a vertical line, with handwritten notes around the edges in looping script. The notes mention a woman named Ann Waring, who died in 1794. The text talks about her life and beliefs, hinting at a memorial purpose for this sketch. Look up cross-hatching to see how artists like Bacon built up shading with lines.

The story of this work

Overview

The drawing records the monument to Ann, wife of Francis Waring, created by John Bacon the Elder in 1750.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

Artist

John Bacon

John Bacon carved smooth, dignified marble busts and drawings in late 1700s London, where he turned commissions into quiet intimacy—his Unknown elderly man (ca.

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