'The Frolic Bacchus and The Libation Bacchus two tile panels by Thomas Henry Thomas

'The Frolic Bacchus and The Libation Bacchus two tile panels by Thomas Henry Thomas, rectangular, painted in colours, in ebonised wood frame, original paper label from Howell & James 1880 exhibition, title, 31 x 15.5cm. (plaques), (2)

Exhibited

Howell & James Art Pottery Exhibition, 1880

Catalogue Notes

Thomas Henry Thomas (1839-1915) was one of the founders of the National Museum of Wales and also a member of the Cambrian Academy. Born in Pontypool, he studied at the Royal Academy Schools, travelled to both Paris and Rome, returning to London in 1861 working as a painter and illustrator. He returned to Cardiff in 1866, inheriting his father's house in 1880 which became a centre of intellectual debate. These are the only recorded examples of ceramic panels by the artist. These are the only recorded examples of ceramic panels by the artist.