Medieval Artist in 1861?

[griz]

What an interesting occupation! It probably is one of the rarest mentioned on Rootschat. It might be interesting to go in the local churches where he was likely to have been engaged  and look for his work. The churches may have records of who did the art work or restoration of such.

[Judy B.]

Thank you everyone,

I appreciate your help.  I had wondered about his work and if I could find any references to it, but came up with nothing.  Checking with churches is an avenue I will have to pursue.

Point of interest, William Wood became Cuthbert Wood (his religious name on ordination).  He designed the cross and saint statues that are being returned to St. Francis and Gorton Monastery (Manchester) in the restoration project.  So I have been trying to find or figure out what his early art was.

Judy

[griz]

Judy, it looks as if you have found out quite a bit already  . The hunt for more details will be difficult but very rewarding I am sure. You might also  try to see if there is a person at Manchester University ( Local History, Fine Arts?  depts)  that might be able to help. Good Hunting!

[Arranroots]

Hi Judy

Were you aware of another Rootschatter who is working on the Gorton restoration project?

http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,136659.0.html

I don't know whether he could help you?

kind regards, Arranroots 

[Judy B.]

Thank you Arranroots & griz,

Yes, I am aware of the other Rootschatter and am in touch with Tony.  I think I am the one he refers to as his contact made on this site.    Or perhaps there are more?  Tony and I have exchanged information but William/Cuthbert's earlier life and his death are a mystery.  Catholic lists of priests say he died in 1914 but darned if either of us can find out where!

Great idea griz.  I have tried other Universities with art restoration included on their sites but had not thought of Manchester (need a bonk on the head)!  One of the many reasons I frequent Rootschat, great people/great ideas.

Thanks again.

Judy

[tony h]

Hi All,
Fr Cuthberts work of art, before being lifted back in to place at Gorton Monastery

[tony h]

Sorry image not gone through Will perservere!
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[tony h]

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[tony h]

2 0f four, getting the hang of this now