Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)William Roos · 1850

  • Painting mediumOil
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementRomanticism
  • Creation date1850
  • Art period19th Century
  • Dimensions72.0 x 72.0 cm
  • MuseumLlyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru / The National Library of Wales

William Roos (1808 – 1878)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)
  • Artist: William Roos
  • Year: 1850
  • Original dimensions: 72.0 x 72.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru / The National Library of Wales
  • Medium: Oil
  • Period: 19th Century
  • Creative period: Mature Period

Questions & Answers

What was William Roos's age when "Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" was created?

William Roos made "Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" at the age of 42. The artist was born in 1808 and the work is dated 1850.

What historical period is "Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" by William Roos from?

The historical period of "Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" by William Roos is 19th-Century. This classification situates the work in art history.

Can the image of "Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" by William Roos be freely reproduced?

"Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" by William Roos is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.

What technique was used for "Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" by William Roos?

"Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" is executed in oil.

Who is the artist behind "Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)"?

"Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" is attributed to William Roos.

Where in William Roos's career does "Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" fall, given its date?

Given its 1850 date, "Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" falls in William Roos's Mature Period.

When was "Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" made?

"Thomas Edwards (Twm o'r Nant) (1739–1810)" by William Roos was created in 1850.

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