Martin, Albin, 1813-1888 :The old judge's oak. [Between 1844 and 1850]

Shows the oak tree in Silton, Devonshire, known as Judge Wyndham's oak because the 17th century judge used to hold his court under it. The oak tree has a thick, gnarled trunk and hardly any leaves.

Inscriptions: Verso - The old Judge's oak which the family were so fond of

Albin Martin was born in Silton and lived there as a farmer, 1844 to 1851 before coming to New Zealand. The oak is named after Judge Hugh Wyndham who purchased an estate at Silton in 1641.

Quantity: 1 watercolour(s).

Physical Description: Pencil & watercolour 195 x 250 mm