John Wallace Tucker (1808-1869)
John Wallace Tucker was the son of Frederick Wallace Tucker, a member of a family of painters. He was apprenticed very young and as a late teenager he was producing very competent paintings. Painting was a business for Tucker and his panels usually provided details of location and date inscribed on the reverse. His works were noted for their mellow light.
"Exeter Exwith Hills"
oil on panel
signed and inscribed verso
10.25 x 14 in. / 28 x 35.5 cm.