The Art of Edwin Taylor Edwin Taylor was a painter who lived until 1888. His artistic legacy is preserved through works held within the collections of the Birmingham Museums Trust. His presence in the art world is marked by his ability to capture the essence of the natural landscape. One of his notable contributions to the visual record is the work titled Meadow Scene. This piece, dated between 1879 and 1880, is part of the collection at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery.