Pictured: John Linnell -- Self Portrait (1860); St. John the Baptist (1867); A River Landscape, Sunset; Lady Torrens and Her Family (1820); William Blake Portrait (1825).
All images from Wikimedia Commons
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
artist birthday
Today was once the birthday of British artist John Linnell (June 16, 1792 - 1882), known for his portrait work and landscape painting. Linnell studied with Benjamin West and John Varley and entered the Royal Academy at the impressive age of just thirteen. Linnell was also a friend and patron of William Blake, and unlike more conservative artists was supportive of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood when they first came upon the scene. His career was prolific and successful, and he was additionally prolific as the father of nine children.
