Date: c.1890

Medium: Oil on canvas

Measurements: H 149 x W 111 cm

Artist: John Haynes-Williams

Work type: Painting

Acquisition method: purchased by public subscription, 1888

Francis Woodward worked as a draper and house furnisher from his premises in the High Street. He became a Councillor in 1854 and Sheriff in 1857. He served as Mayor twice during 1868-1869 and 1875-1876 and died in 1884 aged 70.

Location: Guildhall Ground Floor – Lower Hall