A Gentle Hand: The Life and Art of Agnes Augusta Talboys Agnes Augusta Talboys, a name perhaps less celebrated than some of her Victorian contemporaries, nevertheless occupies a significant place in the history of British animal painting and charming domestic portraiture. While biographical details remain somewhat elusive – a common fate for women artists of the 19th century – her work speaks volumes about her keen observation skills, technical proficiency, and a deeply felt affection for the creatures and people she depicted. Born into an era defined by strict social conventions, Talboys ca…