Thomas Brown (William Crabb)
William Crabb (1811–1876) made Thomas Brown. It is kept at The Stewartry Museum in Cairns, United Kingdom. It measures 75 × 61 cm.
- 75 × 61 cm
- The Stewartry Museum, Cairns
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StatsThomas Brown, in brief
- Title
- Thomas Brown
- Artist
- William Crabb (1811–1876)
- Artist born in
- United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
- Dimensions
- 75 × 61 cm
- Where to see it
- The Stewartry Museum, Cairns, United Kingdom
Which museum holds Thomas Brown?
The Stewartry Museum
Cairns, United Kingdom
A Sanctuary of Scottish Soul Nestled within the enchanting, cobblestone heart of Kirkcudbright, a town celebrated as Scotland’s very own Artists’ Town, lies The Stewartry Museum —a cultural beacon that illuminates the rich, textured tapestry of the southwest. To step through its doors is to enter a meticulously curated cabinet of curiosities, where the air seems thick with the whispers of bygone eras. The museum serves not merely as a hall of artifacts but as a living narrative, weaving together the threads of archaeological discovery, agricultural tradition, and a vibrant artistic spirit that has flourished in this corner of Galloway for centuries.
High-resolution images of Thomas Brown
William Crabb, Thomas Brown, The Stewartry Museum. Public domain.
Questions on Thomas Brown, answered
Where can I see the original "Thomas Brown" by William Crabb?
You can see the original "Thomas Brown" at The Stewartry Museum, Cairns, United Kingdom.
How big is the original "Thomas Brown"?
The original "Thomas Brown" by William Crabb measures 75 x 61 cm.
Is "Thomas Brown" free of copyright?
"Thomas Brown" by William Crabb is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.
Which artist is "Thomas Brown" attributed to?
"Thomas Brown" is attributed to William Crabb.
Is "Thomas Brown" by William Crabb in the public domain, and why?
The copyright status of "Thomas Brown" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1876.
Is "Thomas Brown" held in the country of its creator?
No - the artwork is kept abroad. The birth country of William Crabb is United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, and the museum holding the original of "Thomas Brown" is in United Kingdom.
About the artist, William Crabb
1811–1876, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
William Crabb
A Life Painted in Quietude: William Crabb and the Victorian Portrait Tradition William Crabb, born in Laurencekirk, Scotland, in 1811, remains a somewhat enigmatic figure within the landscape of 19th-century British art. While not achieving the widespread renown of contemporaries like Raeburn or Wilkie, Crabb carved out a respected niche for himself as a portrait painter, particularly admired for his sensitive depictions of royalty and members of the Scottish aristocracy. His life, marked by a retiring disposition and ultimately shadowed by blindness, speaks to an artist deeply devoted to his craft yet seemingly uninterested in self-promotion—a contrast to the often flamboyant personalities that populated the Victorian art world. Crabb’s early training at the Trustees Academy, the precursor to Edinburgh College of Art, laid a solid foundation for his future career.
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