'Sir J. Blundell Maple, M.P.', 1896.
Period
Victorian (1837 - 1901)
Description
Wood engraving, after a photograph by Mons. A. Boucher of Brighton, x mm.
A portrait of Sir John Blundell Maple, hand dated bottom right 1896.
Sir John Blundell Maple (1845 - 1903) made his fortune through the Maple furniture business, which he founded. He was also a racehorse owner. He lived in Childwickbury, near St Albans and founded the Sisters Hospital and Clarence Park in St Albans. He was a good friend of the future Edward VII, and MP for Dulwich.
Type of original
engraving
Artist or photographer
Barraud, F.P.
Location depicted in image
[not applicable].
Copyright
1)© St Albans Museums
Photo number
PX9409
