Stained glass designer. Francis Wilson Oliphant worked as chief designer for William Wailes from 1840-45, and then worked for John Hardman until 1850, cartooning designs by A.W.N. Pugin. He then worked for Ballantine and Allan, before setting up his own studio in 1855.
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| Signature from Scenes from the New Testament 1857 Pentrefoelas Parish Church, Pentrefoelas, Conwy east wall of the chancel (window number: I) |
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