Background
Emma Sandys was born in Norwich where her father, Anthony Sands (1806–1883), gave her some early lessons.
Emma Sandys was born in Norwich where her father, Anthony Sands (1806–1883), gave her some early lessons.
In 1853 the family added a ‘y’ to their surname. She died in Norwich in November 1877. Elaine (National Trust Collection, Lanhydrock, Cornwall)
Fiammetta
Lady in Yellow Dress (Norwich Castle Museum)
Viola (Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool).