The Life and Works of Joseph Wright, A.R.A., commonly called "Wright of Derby"

by William Bemrose

In the Exhibition of Wright’s works, held in the Art Gallery, at Derby, in 1883, was the latest portrait[10] of the artist. This picture was also a gift, and was painted at Yoxall Lodge, the residence of his intimate friend, the Rev. T. Gisborne, when Wright was there on a visit. On the back of the picture, in Wright’s handwriting, is the following:—

“JOSEPHUS WRIGHT,

An. Dom. 1793

Ætat 59

Manu propria

Tabulam hanc

Amico suo T. G.

Dono dedit

Pictor.”