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Metal Print : Tamsin Blight, the White Witch of Helston, William Jones Chapman (1808-1872)
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Tamsin Blight, the White Witch of Helston, William Jones Chapman (1808-1872)
Oil on canvas, English School, 1856. A portrait of an elderly woman wearing a bonnet and shawl, seated in a chair. Thomasine Blight (1793-1856), known locally as Tammy Blee, was the best remembered of the pellars or witches of West Cornwall. Sometimes known as a cunning-person or conjurer, she was thought to perform only good deeds, notably the removal of curses of black witches and numerous cures. Even when she was on her death bed people were carried in to see her, some on stretchers. It was said that the sick lay beside her only to rise up and go down over the stairs perfectly cured. She was also known as a fortune teller. Tammys second husband, James Thomas, had similar occult powers and there was considerable rivalry between them. W.J. Chapman was a Cornish portrait painter who was active between 1840-1860. This portrait was painted in the year of Blights death in 1856
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TRURI : 1935.2
Media ID 19243518
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Artist Artwork Black Blue Cornwall Face Green Grey Head Lady Painting Pink Portrait White Woman Yellow Shoulders
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with Media Storehouse Metal Prints. Our high-quality prints feature stunning images of treasured art pieces, such as this portrait of Tamsin Blight, the White Witch of Helston, as depicted in the Oil on Canvas painting by William Jones Chapman, 1856, from the Royal Cornwall Museum. Each print is meticulously crafted on metal, resulting in a vibrant, long-lasting display that adds an air of sophistication to any room. Embrace the rich history and culture of Cornwall with this beautiful addition to your home decor.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This portrait, titled "Tamsin Blight, the White Witch of Helston" captures the essence of a remarkable woman who was revered in West Cornwall. Painted by William Jones Chapman in 1856, this oil on canvas artwork showcases an elderly Tamsin Blight wearing a bonnet and shawl while seated gracefully in a chair. Thomasine Blight, also known as Tammy Blee locally, was renowned for her mystical abilities as a cunning-person or conjurer. Believed to only perform good deeds, she specialized in removing curses cast by black witches and healing various ailments. Even on her death bed, people were brought to witness her powers firsthand – some even carried on stretchers. It was said that those who lay beside her would miraculously rise up cured. Tammy's second husband James Thomas possessed similar occult powers which led to intense rivalry between them. However, it is Tamsin's legacy that remains etched into history as one of the most prominent pellars or witches of West Cornwall. W. J. Chapman skillfully portrays Tamsin's wise and weathered face with intricate details such as lace adorning her attire. The artist's use of colors like green, blue, black, white, grey pink yellow and red adds depth to the painting while capturing the spirit of Cornish culture. Displayed at the Royal Cornwall Museum today, this portrait serves as a testament to Tamsin Blight's enduring reputation and influence within the community during her lifetime.
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