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.
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1886. James Smetham [aged 64]. "The Mandolin".
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.