Marry Parry does not suffer fools gladly. Her expression, captured in a moment of firm dignity, is the sort that tells you exactly what she thinks — and it’s probably not to be questioned.
Originally photographed by John Thomas in the late 1800s, Marry is a brilliant example of the fierce personality behind traditional dress. Her hands are clasped neatly; her gaze is unflinching.
There’s humour here too — something defiant and alive beneath the surface. Reimagined in fine pen-and-ink style, this portrait celebrates strength, tradition, and the enduring spirit of Welsh women.
Reimagined in finely detailed pen-and-ink style, this print is a quiet tribute to those whose stories weren’t written down, but whose faces still speak volumes.
This is part of the Welsh Ladies & Gentlemen Collection, celebrating six historical figures from Wales. Each one was carefully selected from the archives of the National Library of Wales and drawn with their permission.
This limited edition of 100 prints of my original illustration.
About the Artwork
• Limited to just 100 prints (across all sizes)
• Signed and hand-numbered in pencil
• Choose from A3 (29.7 × 42cm) or A2 (42 × 59.4cm)
• High-quality giclée print on archival fine art paper
• Printed in black and white with detailed, expressive linework
• Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Packaged in acid-free tissue and rolled into a sturdy postal tube
• Unmounted and unframed for flexible display options
• Shipping is sent with tracking
Frame not included.
Please note that the artist retains copyright. Image not to be reproduced without permission.
©2016 Hannah Forde. All rights reserved.
£80 Marketplace price (buying direct from artists helps support them and saves you money ❤️)
Marry Parry does not suffer fools gladly. Her expression, captured in a moment of firm dignity, is the sort that tells you exactly what she thinks — and it’s probably not to be questioned.
Originally photographed by John Thomas in the late 1800s, Marry is a brilliant example of the fierce personality behind traditional dress. Her hands are clasped neatly; her gaze is unflinching.
There’s humour here too — something defiant and alive beneath the surface. Reimagined in fine pen-and-ink style, this portrait celebrates strength, tradition, and the enduring spirit of Welsh women.
Reimagined in finely detailed pen-and-ink style, this print is a quiet tribute to those whose stories weren’t written down, but whose faces still speak volumes.
This is part of the Welsh Ladies & Gentlemen Collection, celebrating six historical figures from Wales. Each one was carefully selected from the archives of the National Library of Wales and drawn with their permission.
This limited edition of 100 prints of my original illustration.
About the Artwork
• Limited to just 100 prints (across all sizes)
• Signed and hand-numbered in pencil
• Choose from A3 (29.7 × 42cm) or A2 (42 × 59.4cm)
• High-quality giclée print on archival fine art paper
• Printed in black and white with detailed, expressive linework
• Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Packaged in acid-free tissue and rolled into a sturdy postal tube
• Unmounted and unframed for flexible display options
• Shipping is sent with tracking
Frame not included.
Please note that the artist retains copyright. Image not to be reproduced without permission.
©2016 Hannah Forde. All rights reserved.
£80 Marketplace price (buying direct from artists helps support them and saves you money ❤️)
