Rossetti, Dante GabrielDante Gabriel Rossetti (1828-1882) was a pivotal figure in the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, a group of English painters, poets and critics that sought to challenge the conventions of art and literature during the Victorian era. Rossetti, the son of Italian expatriates, had a deep appreciation for his heritage, which influenced both his art and poetry. Initially studying at the Royal Academy and later at the King's College School, Rossetti's early career was marked by a fusion of artist...
Tissot, JamesJacques Joseph Tissot (1836-1902), better known as James Tissot, was a prominent French painter and a notable figure in the art world of the late 19th century. Born in Nantes, France, he initially trained in the traditional techniques of painting before establishing himself in Paris, where he became associated with the avant-garde movements of his time. In 1871 he moved to London, where he found further success as an artist and began a relationship with Irishwoman, Kathleen Newton, who lived ...
Ward, Leslie (Spy)Leslie Ward (1851-1922), also known as 'Spy', was a prominent British caricaturist renowned for his keen observational skills and artistic talent. Ward began his career in illustration before establishing himself as a leading figure in the world of political satire. He garnered fame for his work with 'Punch', the esteemed magazine that revolutionised the art of caricature in Britain. Ward’s distinctive style involved capturing the likenesses and personalities of notable figure...
Beardsley, AubreyAubrey Beardsley (1872-1898) was a renowned British artist and illustrator, celebrated for his striking and often controversial works during the late Victorian period. Born in Brighton, Beardsley showcased a remarkable talent for drawing from a young age. He later moved to London, where he became integral to the Aesthetic Movement, which emphasised art for art's sake, celebrating beauty and style over moral considerations. Beardsley produced extensive illustrations for books and magazines...
Waterhouse, John WilliamJohn William Waterhouse (1849-1917) was an English painter known for his captivating depictions of mythological and literary themes, which captured the Victorian fascination with the classical world. Born in Rome to English parents, Waterhouse was exposed to the rich artistic heritage of Italy from an early age, which significantly influenced his work. Waterhouse is perhaps best known for his Pre-Raphaelite style, characterised by vibrant colours, attention to detail and a romanticised portra...
Pellegrini, CarloCarlo Pellegrini (1839-1889), also known as Ape, was an Italian caricaturist and illustrator. He was born in Caprese, Tuscany, on March 25, 1839, and later moved to London, where he gained fame for his work. Pellegrini was best known for his caricatures in the British magazine Vanity Fair, where he depicted prominent figures of the Victorian era. His caricatures, characterised by their bold strokes and exaggerated features, captured the essence of his subjects while adding a touch of humour. ...
Gris, JuanJuan Gris (1887-1927), born José Victoriano González-Pérez on March 23, 1887, in Madrid, Spain, was a pivotal figure in the development of Cubism. Initially studying engineering, Gris turned to art in 1904, studying under José Moreno Carbonero. By 1905 he adopted the name Juan Gris and he moved to Paris, where he became deeply involved in the avant-garde art scene. Gris's early works were influenced by the Fauvist movement, but he soon embraced Cubism, collaborating with and learning fro...
Greenaway, KateCatherine (Kate) Greenaway (1846-1901) was a celebrated English illustrator and writer, best known for her enchanting children's book illustrations. Born on 17th March 1846, in Hoxton, London, she was the daughter of John Greenaway, a woodblock printer, and Elizabeth Greenaway, a seamstress. Kate's artistic talent was evident from a young age, and she received her education at several prestigious art schools, including the Heatherley School of Fine Art and the Slade School of Fine Art...
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Rossetti, Dante Gabriel
Dante Gabriel Rossetti (1828-1882) was a pivotal figure in the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, a group of English painters, poets and critics that sought to challenge the conventions of art and literature during the Victorian era. Rossetti, the son of Italian expatriates, had a deep appreciation for his heritage, which influenced both his art and poetry. Initially studying at the Royal Academy and later at the King's College School, Rossetti's early career was marked by a fusion of artist...
Tissot, James
Jacques Joseph Tissot (1836-1902), better known as James Tissot, was a prominent French painter and a notable figure in the art world of the late 19th century. Born in Nantes, France, he initially trained in the traditional techniques of painting before establishing himself in Paris, where he became associated with the avant-garde movements of his time. In 1871 he moved to London, where he found further success as an artist and began a relationship with Irishwoman, Kathleen Newton, who lived ...
Ward, Leslie (Spy)
Leslie Ward (1851-1922), also known as 'Spy', was a prominent British caricaturist renowned for his keen observational skills and artistic talent. Ward began his career in illustration before establishing himself as a leading figure in the world of political satire. He garnered fame for his work with 'Punch', the esteemed magazine that revolutionised the art of caricature in Britain. Ward’s distinctive style involved capturing the likenesses and personalities of notable figure...
Beardsley, Aubrey
Aubrey Beardsley (1872-1898) was a renowned British artist and illustrator, celebrated for his striking and often controversial works during the late Victorian period. Born in Brighton, Beardsley showcased a remarkable talent for drawing from a young age. He later moved to London, where he became integral to the Aesthetic Movement, which emphasised art for art's sake, celebrating beauty and style over moral considerations. Beardsley produced extensive illustrations for books and magazines...
Waterhouse, John William
John William Waterhouse (1849-1917) was an English painter known for his captivating depictions of mythological and literary themes, which captured the Victorian fascination with the classical world. Born in Rome to English parents, Waterhouse was exposed to the rich artistic heritage of Italy from an early age, which significantly influenced his work. Waterhouse is perhaps best known for his Pre-Raphaelite style, characterised by vibrant colours, attention to detail and a romanticised portra...
Pellegrini, Carlo
Carlo Pellegrini (1839-1889), also known as Ape, was an Italian caricaturist and illustrator. He was born in Caprese, Tuscany, on March 25, 1839, and later moved to London, where he gained fame for his work. Pellegrini was best known for his caricatures in the British magazine Vanity Fair, where he depicted prominent figures of the Victorian era. His caricatures, characterised by their bold strokes and exaggerated features, captured the essence of his subjects while adding a touch of humour. ...
Gris, Juan
Juan Gris (1887-1927), born José Victoriano González-Pérez on March 23, 1887, in Madrid, Spain, was a pivotal figure in the development of Cubism. Initially studying engineering, Gris turned to art in 1904, studying under José Moreno Carbonero. By 1905 he adopted the name Juan Gris and he moved to Paris, where he became deeply involved in the avant-garde art scene. Gris's early works were influenced by the Fauvist movement, but he soon embraced Cubism, collaborating with and learning fro...
Greenaway, Kate
Catherine (Kate) Greenaway (1846-1901) was a celebrated English illustrator and writer, best known for her enchanting children's book illustrations. Born on 17th March 1846, in Hoxton, London, she was the daughter of John Greenaway, a woodblock printer, and Elizabeth Greenaway, a seamstress. Kate's artistic talent was evident from a young age, and she received her education at several prestigious art schools, including the Heatherley School of Fine Art and the Slade School of Fine Art...
