This scene records a celebration in North Shields to mark the anniversary of the British victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in October 1805. Admiral Collingwood, who was born in North Shields, commanded the fleet after Admiral Nelson was killed. This picture has the smooth brightness of tempera paint. Louisa Hodgson exhibited her pictures in London and Newcastle, and taught painting at Armstrong College (now Newcastle University). One of her paintings is among the scenes decorating the first-floor galleries of the Laing.

Provenance: Purchased, 1981

Object description
Type: Easel painting
Location: Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear
Material: Tempera on wood
Artist: Louisa Hodgson (1905-1980)
Date: 1930-38

Image Details
Date: 26 August 2023
Camera body: iPhone Xs
Lens: Telephoto Camera 52mm ƒ/2.4
Focal Length: 52mm
Aperture: ƒ/2.4
Shutter Speed: 1/45s
ISO: 500
Licensing: Image of a North East Museums asset. This image cannot be licensed.