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William Whitehead
WILLIAM WHITEHEAD writer, Poet Laureate Date: 1715 - 1785
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Media ID 14108877
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the literary world to your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. Featuring the captivating portrait of William Whitehead, a renowned poet and the Poet Laureate of England from 1768 to 1785, this stunning artwork is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a vibrant and long-lasting display. Elevate your interior décor and celebrate the rich history of literature with this beautiful piece, perfect for any room in your home or office.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "William Whitehead: A Literary Pioneer of the 18th Century" William Whitehead (1715-1785), an esteemed writer and Poet Laureate, is depicted in this evocative portrait. Born in London, Whitehead's literary prowess was evident from an early age. He began his career as a writer in the 1740s, contributing to various periodicals and publishing his first collection of poems, "Miscellany Poems," in 1748. Whitehead's poetic style was characterized by its wit, elegance, and deep emotional resonance. He was particularly known for his odes, which celebrated the beauty of nature, the passage of time, and the complexities of human emotion. His most famous work, "The History of England in Verse," is a comprehensive and poetic retelling of English history, from the Roman invasion to the reign of George III. In 1750, Whitehead was appointed Poet Laureate, a position he held for over three decades. As Poet Laureate, he composed verses for various royal occasions, including the births and marriages of the royal family, and the coronation of George III in 1761. Despite his success, Whitehead faced financial difficulties throughout his life. He was forced to sell his library to pay off debts, and he relied on the patronage of wealthy supporters to support his writing. Nevertheless, he continued to produce a prolific body of work, including poems, essays, and translations. This portrait of William Whitehead captures the intellectual and creative energy of a man who dedicated his life to the pursuit of literary excellence. His legacy as a poet and historian continues to inspire and delight readers today.
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