Thomas Mann Baynes (1794–1876) was an English artist and lithographer.[1] He is known for his drawings and watercolours of landscapes, buildings and outdoor events.
Life
[edit]He was London born, and is probably the son of James Baynes, a noted watercolour artist.[1] He produced views of Liverpool and Ireland, and appears to have made a successful living as a printer.
Works
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Thomas Mann Baynes' works include:
- Views on the River Thames in London
- View of the Canterbury and Whitstable Railway From Over the Tunnel, Taken on the Opening Day, May 3, 1830
- The Giant's Causeway
- Phenakistiscope discs
Many of his subjects were engraved and published, generally in London. A notable panorama of the River Thames was drawn from nature and engraved on stone.
Family
[edit]Fredrick Thomas Baynes (1824–1874) also a watercolour artist, was probably his son.[1]
Notes
[edit]External links
[edit]- The Landing of Dona Maria (1828 lithograph - Falmouth Art Gallery)
- View of Greenwich Hospital (1823 watercolour - Courtauld Institute of Art)
- 2 works by Baynes (Brighton & Hove museums)
- Paintings for Fisher's Drawing Room Scrap Books with poetical illustrations by Letitia Elizabeth Landon:
- 1832: An engraving by J Davies of
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.
- 1832: An engraving by W Le Petit of
The Giant’s Causeway.
- 1836: An engraving by Samuel Lacey of
The Coleraine Salmon Leap.
- 1832: An engraving by J Davies of