On 9th September 1821 James Smetham was born to Reverend James Smetham [aged 28] at Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire [Map].
Around 1845. James Smetham [aged 23]. The artist's father Reverend James Smetham [aged 52].
Reverend James Smetham: In 1793 he was born. In 1847 he died.
In 1847 [his father] Reverend James Smetham [aged 54] died.
In 1854 James Smetham [aged 32] and Sarah Goble were married. They had six children.
1855. James Smetham [aged 33]. The artist's wife and Baby John.
1861. James Smetham [aged 39]. "The Death of Earl Siward".
1869. James Smetham [aged 47]. "That bedesman, old".
1874. James Smetham [aged 52]. Portrait of Anna Kull.
Around 1874. James Smetham [aged 52]. Imogen and the Shepherds, from 'Cymbeline', Act IV, Scene II.
1886. James Smetham [aged 64]. "The Mandolin".
Abbot John Whethamstede’s Chronicle of the Abbey of St Albans
Abbot John Whethamstede's Register aka Chronicle of his second term at the Abbey of St Albans, 1451-1461, is a remarkable text that describes his first-hand experience of the beginning of the Wars of the Roses including the First and Second Battles of St Albans, 1455 and 1461, respectively, their cause, and their consequences, not least on the Abbey itself. His text also includes Loveday, Blore Heath, Northampton, the Act of Accord, Wakefield, and Towton, and ends with the Coronation of King Edward IV. In addition to the events of the Wars of the Roses, Abbot John, or his scribes who wrote the Chronicle, include details in the life of the Abbey such as charters, letters, land exchanges, visits by legates, and disputes, which provide a rich insight into the day-to-day life of the Abbey, and the challenges faced by its Abbot.
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Before 5th February 1889. James Smetham [aged 67]. "Afternoon Rest".
Before 5th February 1889. James Smetham [aged 67]. "Pandora".
Before 5th February 1889. James Smetham [aged 67]. Self-Portrait.
On 5th February 1889 James Smetham [aged 67] died. He was buried at Highgate Cemetery.