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Gainsborough by James Hamilton

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Gainsborough begins to get important portrait commissions.

Now grown up, as an accomplished artist, Thomas begins to attract important portrait commissions. Read by Julian Rhind-Tutt.

After his apprenticeship in London, Gainsborough returns to Suffolk. 

Now grown up, he is married to a woman with a private income. A confident and accomplished artist, he begins to attract important portrait commissions. 

James Hamilton's portrait of 18th-century artist Thomas Gainsborough.  

Read by Julian Rhind-Tutt.

Abridged by Libby Spurrier.

Director: Kate McAll

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Portrait of 18th-century artist Thomas Gainsborough. Written by by James Hamilton. Abridged by Libby Spurrier. Read by Julian Rhind-Tutt.

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