The agent of the Duke of Northumberland is shown in the centre of Corbridge in Northumberland. He is about to announce the opening of Stagshaw Bank Fair. This was a very large summertime fair which took place throughout the 19th century. The formality of the group of officials is humorously contrasted with the few people gathered to hear the announcement.

Provenance: Given by Mrs Zara Laing, 1950

Object description
Type: Easel painting
Location: Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear
Material: Oil on canvas
Artist: Ralph Hedley (1848- 1913)
Date: 1882

Image Details
Date: 14 March 2025
Camera body: iPhone Xs
Lens: Telephoto Camera 52mm ƒ/2.4
Focal Length: 52mm
Aperture: ƒ/2.4
Shutter Speed: 1/34s
ISO: 500
Licensing: Image of a North East Museums asset. This image cannot be licensed.