John Moore of Ipswich
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| Baptised | 12 February 1821 |
| Died | April 8, 1902 (aged 81) |
| Resting place | Old Ipswich Cemetery |
John Moore (1821, Woodbridge – 12 April 1902, Diss) was a prominent Ipswich artist, particularly notes for his seascapes. Originally a painter and decorator, he became a self-taught artist. He moved to Ipswich before 1871, and was a founding member of the Ipswich Fine Art Club in 1874. He found many patrons amongst the wealthy inhabitants of the town.[1]
Early life[]
Moore was born in what is now Theatre Street, Woodbridge, and was baptised on 12 February 1821 at . His father was a former sailor, Martin Moore who had since become a plumber and house painter. His mother was Elizabeth née Warren. John started out apprenticed to his father as a plumber and signwriter. In 1843 he married in 1843 Caroline Upson, with whom he had a son, also called John. By 1868 he was living in Ipswich, but still working as a signwriter for Jacob Mules of Orwell Place.[2]
Career as an artist[]
He exhibited his work at the , held in the in September 1868. By 1871 he was supporting his family as an artist and living in Ward's Court, 6 , Ipswich.[2]
Final days[]
Following the death of his wife he went to live with a friend called Mr Scolding in Diss. he died on 8 April 1902 and was buried in Old Ipswich Cemetery.[2]
Gallery[]
1882: Old (lately demolished) illustrating the carnser there
References[]
- ^ "John Moore of Ipswich". Colchester + Ipswich Museums. Colchester + Ipswich Museums. 12 February 2021. Retrieved 31 July 2021.
- ^ Jump up to: a b c "MOORE, John". suffolkartists.co.uk. Retrieved 31 July 2021.
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