Date:1820
Description:Oil painting. A portrait of William Horton, the shoe manufacturer by Michael Keeling (b. 1750, Stafford, d.1820, Barlaston). William Horton (1750-1832) was born in Stafford and was one of the first to manufacture shoes on a large scale, employing over 1,000 workers. His home was Chetwynd House on Greengate (now the main Post Office) and his workshops and warehouse were situated at the rear of the house. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (playwright, and M.P. for Stafford, 1780 - 1807) was a friend of Horton's and often stayed with him at Chetwynd House Dimensions: height - 740mm, width - 610mm
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Creators: Mr Michael Keeling - Creator
Donor ref:G95.029.0001 (83/15626)
Source: Staffordshire Museum Service - Art Collection
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