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Frances and Edith Martin: Topographers of Coddenham

by | Apr 16, 2023 | Coddenham Village History Club, Front Page

Martin Sisters Coddenham sketch from Boom Fields

The Martin Sisters

Frances Augusta Martin (1846-1923) and Edith Philadelphia Martin (1848-1937).

Although not born in Suffolk the collection of drawings of their adopted home is considerable to be of historical value. Emulating the more celebrated John Constable in his native surrounds.

The full article, with some of the Martin sisters illustrations and views of Coddenham today, can be found in the Coddenham Village History Club page linked here.

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