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  1. Sisley, Alfred Alfred Sisley (1839-1899) was a prominent landscape painter, born in France to British parents. Throughout his career, Sisley developed a distinctive style characterised by subtle colour palettes and a delicate treatment of light. Despite being less commercially successful than some of his contemporaries, such as Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Sisley's commitment to capturing the fleeting effects of nature solidified his reputation within the art world. His most notable works oft...
  2. Turner, Joseph Mallord William Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775-1851) is often regarded as one of Britain's greatest and most innovative artists. His early works were rooted in the traditions of landscape painting, but he was soon recognised for his ability to convey both the beauty and the sublime power of nature through the use of light and colour. Born in Covent Garden, London, Turner was the son of a barber and began displaying an artistic talent from a young age. He enrolled at the Royal Academy Schools at the ...
  3. 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...
  4. White, Henry Seppings (Stuff) Henry Seppings White (1849-1937), a prominent illustrator for Vanity Fair during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and who worked under the pseudonym 'Stuff', carved a distinctive niche in the realm of satirical art. Born in 1849 in Redruth, Cornwall, White's work is characterised by its sharp wit and keen observational skills, which brought to life the societal norms and eccentricities of his time. His illustrations often focused on the upper echelons of British society, us...
  5. 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...
  6. Wright, Joseph, of Derby Joseph Wright of Derby (1734-1797) was a pivotal figure in British art, best known for his dramatic use of light and shadow, which anticipated the techniques of later Romantic painters. Born in Derby, he received his initial training in London before embarking on a career that would see him achieve considerable acclaim. Wright's work often focused on themes of science and industry, reflecting the transformative changes of the Industrial Revolution. One of his most notable pieces, 'A...
  7. 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. ...
  8. Leighton, Lord Frederic Lord Frederic Leighton (1830-1896) was a prominent British painter and sculptor, celebrated for his classical and historical subject matter. Born on December 3, 1830, in Scarborough, Yorkshire, Leighton was the son of a medical doctor and grew up in a wealthy family. His artistic talent was evident from a young age, and he received his education at various European academies, including the Accademia di Belle Arti in Florence and the École des Beaux-Art in Paris. Leighton's early works wer...
  9. Allingham, Helen Helen Allingham (1848-1926), born Helen Paterson, was a prominent British watercolourist and illustrator, celebrated for her delicate representations of rural life and idyllic landscapes. Born in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, she showed artistic talent from an early age and was encouraged by her family to pursue her passion. Allingham became one of the first women to gain recognition in the male-dominated art world of the Victorian era. Educated at the Birmingham School of Art, she later attende...
  10. Constable, John John Constable (1776-1837) was a British landscape painter who has left an indelible mark on the history of Western Art. Born in June 1776 in East Bergholt, Suffolk, Constable was the son of a prosperous corn merchant. His early years in the picturesque countryside of Suffolk profoundly influenced his artistic vision. Constable is best known for his idyllic and naturalistic landscapes, capturing the beauty of rural England with an unprecedented level of detail and atmospheric effect. Unlike ...
  11. Appleton, Honor C. Honor Charlotte Appleton (1879–1951) was a British illustrator of children's books, including The Children's Alice. She had a delicate watercolour style, influenced by Kate Greenaway and others. She was born in Brighton, on the south coast of England, on 4 February 1879, and lived in nearby Hove most of her life. She studied art at the Kensington School, Frank Calderon's School of Animal Painting and the Royal Academy of Arts. Appleton illustrated more than 150 books in the course...
  12. Snowman, Isaac Isaac Snowman (1873-1947) was an Anglo-Jewish artist who made Jewish cultural themes his subject. He was educated at the City of London School. In 1890 he entered the Royal Academy School, where he was awarded a medal, and afterward a scholarship in the Institution of British Artists. His interest in Jewish matters was shown through his drawings 'A Difficult Passage in the Talmud' and 'The Blessing of Sabbath Lights', as well as by his 'Early Morning Prayer in the Synagogu...
  13. Tarrant, Percy Percy Tarrant (1855-1934), was a British artist and illustrator. He was born in Clapham, then Surrey, in 1934 to Alfred, a stationer and book-binder, and Mary. He married Sarah Wyatt in 1886 and one of their children was the renowned illustrator Margaret Tarrant (1888-1959). Tarrant was a moderately active participant in exhibits and exhibited one painting at the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists, 4 works at the Dudley Gallery and New Dudley Gallery, 18 works at the Walker Art Gallery, Live...
  14. Nicholson, William Sir William Newzam Prior Nicholson (1872-1949) was a British painter of still-life, landscapes and portraits. He also worked as a printmaker in techniques including woodcut, wood-engraving and lithography, as an illustrator, as an author of children's books and as a designer for the theatre. Nicholson was born in Newark-on-Trent on 5 February 1872, the youngest son of William Newzam Nicholson, an industrialist and Conservative MP of Newark, and his wife Annie Elizabeth Prior. From age 9, ...
  15. Canaletto Giovanni Antonio Canal (1697-1768), commonly known as Canaletto, was an Italian painter from Venice, considered an important member of the 18th-century Venetian school. A Painter of cityscapes of Venice, Rome, and London, he also painted imaginary views (referred to as capricci). In the period from 1746 to 1756, he worked in England, where he painted many views of London and other sites, including Warwick Castle and Alnwick Castle. He was highly successful in England, thanks to the British me...
  16. Crosby, F. Gordon Frederick Gordon Crosby (1885-1943), known as Gordon Crosby, was an English automotive illustrator. He worked for the magazine Autocar for most of his life. His illustrations and paintings reflect the excitement and glamour surrounding the automotive industry's birth and early development. Crosby had no formal training as an artist, although he did attend life classes at art school after starting his professional career. In 1908 he started his career as a draughtsman in The Daimler Motor ...