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Sir Richard Redgrave, landscape painter, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
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Sir Richard Redgrave, landscape painter, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Richard Redgrave, landscape painter, 1878. His early years as an artist were difficult ones, until in 1837 he exhibited Gulliver on the Farmers Table, which brought him to the attention of a wide audience. Among his best-known works are, Ophelia wearing her Garlands, The Thames from Millbank, Cinderella, The Poor Teacher and The Poets Study. In 1858 Queen Victoria appointed him Surveyour of Crown Pictures. From Men of Mark: a gallery of contemporary portraits of men distinguished in the Senate, the Church, in science, literature and art, the army, navy, law, medicine, etc. Photographed from life by Lock and Whitfield, with brief biographical notices by Thompson Cooper. (Conducted by G. C. Whitfield.) (London, 1876-1883)
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This print showcases Sir Richard Redgrave, a renowned landscape painter of the 19th century. Captured by Lock & Whitfield in 1878, this portrait reveals a distinguished man with a bald head and a full beard, exuding an air of wisdom and artistic prowess. Redgrave's early years as an artist were filled with challenges until his breakthrough moment in 1837 when he exhibited "Gulliver on the Farmers Table" which propelled him into the limelight. Throughout his career, he created several notable works including "Ophelia wearing her Garlands" "The Thames from Millbank" "Cinderella" "The Poor Teacher" and "The Poets Study". Recognizing his talent, Queen Victoria appointed Redgrave as Surveyor of Crown Pictures in 1858. This prestigious role solidified his position among the elite artists of his time. In this photograph, Redgrave's expression reflects both determination and humility. His deep-set eyes seem to hold countless stories within them, while his strong features convey an unwavering dedication to his craft. Lock & Whitfield masterfully captured not only Redgrave's physical appearance but also the essence of a man who has left an indelible mark on British art history. With this image, we are transported back to a time when creativity flourished amidst adversity and artists like Sir Richard Redgrave shaped the cultural landscape for generations to come.
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