Title : Rt.Revd
Dr John Saxbee
(The Bishop of Lincoln)

Oil on Canvas

Collection of Rt.Revd
Dr John Saxbee


This painting of Bishop John was painted from sittings at Lincoln, and the background features a
very attractive section of the Cathedral. Bishop John wished to be depicted in the way he is; very
pleasant, interested and lively. He was keen not to appear too formal or distant from the viewer. He
leans slightly forward as though as interested in you the viewer - this is a characteristic pose of his,
as he is genuinely very interested in others.

We were able to discuss allsorts of varied topics during the portrait and I found Bishop John a really
fascinating person."