Ferrers, Benjamin

ID
1001
Nationality
British
Occupation
Painter
Artist
Summary
Described by Peter Jackson as "the father of [British] deaf art", he painted mainly portraits and scenes from Chancery Court.
References
Bryon's Dictionary of Painters & Engravers, vol.II, p.157; Britain's Deaf Heritage, p.17.
Dates
ca.1670-1732