Detectives of the Rochdale Borough Police, 1875. by Michael Mcmanus

Always a pleasure to see your posts, Micheal. I like them all...this one in particular. These old photos have a certain gravitas I like, and you've made it your own.

Thanks for your kindness Lewis.

Love this.

Thanks John.

It's great finding something like this and having the ability to reproduce it your own way. Nice work Michael.

Love the skilful way you have done this Michael. They look like a formidably, tough bunch.

Thanks Carole.

Thanks Jim.

Love the gentleman in the front, you've certainly captured them well, 😀

Thanks Linda.

They were tough times back then Michael, and you have caught the atmosphere of the time so well.

Thanks Margaret.

Stylish all round, figures and style of painting.

Thanks Gudrun.

A serious bunch Michael. Good painting.

Good drawing skills and figure work here Michael.

Thanks Carole and Louise.

You’ve highlighted the pioneers of policing here Michael....what character and determination.

Thanks Fiona.