“May 10th, 1798.
“We whose names are subscribed, having seen specimens of drawings by John Thomas Smith, are of opinion that he is qualified for the office of drawing-master in the school of Christ’s Hospital.
I not only think him qualified as an artist, but greatly to be respected as a man.
- Benjamin West, Prest. R.A.
Being not personally acquainted with Mr. J. T. Smith, I have examined his performances, and I think him well qualified for the above office.
- J. F. Rigaud, R.A.
I have known him from a child, and think him an honest man and well qualified for the office.
- Joseph Nollekens, R.A.
I have long been acquainted with Mr. J. T. Smith’s merits as a good artist and a worthy man.