Historic trees - England
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Martin, Albin, 1813-1888 :The old judge's oak. [Between 1844 and 1850]
Date: 1844 - 1850
From: Martin, Albin, 1813-1888 :[English landscapes]
Reference: A-160-030
Description: 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