Newcastle people enjoyed walking in Jesmond Dene, away from the smoky air of the town. The women wearing aprons in the centre of this scene are ordinary working people. The landmarks of St Nicolas’ Church (it became a cathedral in 1882) and Grey’s Monument are visible in the distance. The artist, Elizabeth Burdon Sanderson, was taught painting by John Wilson Carmichael.

Provenance: Given by Miss E. S. Haldane, 1935

Object description
Type: Easel painting
Location: Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear
Material: Oil on canvas
Artist: (Mary) Elizabeth Burdon Sanderson (about 1825-1925)
Date: about 1845

Image Details
Date: 15 April 2023
Camera body: iPhone Xs
Lens: Telephoto Camera 52mm ƒ/2.4
Focal Length: 52mm
Aperture: ƒ/2.4
Shutter Speed: 1/42s
ISO: 500
Licensing: Image of a North East Museums asset. This image cannot be licensed.