Thomas Hudson: The Master of Domestic Detail Born in Exeter, Devon, in 1701 – a date shrouded in some uncertainty, often cited as December 8th – Thomas Hudson’s life and career unfolded within the bustling artistic landscape of London. He wasn't a flamboyant figure or a revolutionary innovator; rather, he was a meticulous craftsman, a dedicated portraitist who quietly established himself as the foremost painter of domestic scenes dur…