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William Quiller Orchardson, artist and Royal Academician, 1882. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
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William Quiller Orchardson, artist and Royal Academician, 1882. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
William Quiller Orchardson, artist and Royal Academician, 1882. Born in Scotland, Orchardson (1832-1910) was a subject and portrait painter who moved to London in 1862. He is best known for his depictions of upper class society in the 18th century and Regency periods. He became a Royal Academician in 1877. 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 captures the esteemed artist William Quiller Orchardson, a prominent figure in the art world during the late 19th century. Born in Scotland in 1832, Orchardson relocated to London in 1862 and quickly made a name for himself as a subject and portrait painter. His artistic talent earned him recognition, leading to his appointment as a Royal Academician in 1877. Orchardson's expertise lay in depicting scenes of upper-class society from the 18th century and Regency periods. His works often showcased the elegance and refinement of this era, capturing both its beauty and complexities. This photograph offers us an intimate glimpse into the face of this renowned artist, with his distinguished moustache adding to his air of sophistication. Taken by Lock & Whitfield for their collection "Men of Mark" which featured portraits of notable individuals from various fields such as politics, religion, science, literature, art, military service, law, medicine, etc. , this image showcases Orchardson's contribution to British art history. The monochromatic tones add depth to his features while emphasizing his dedication to his craft. As we admire this print today through the lens of time and history preserved by The Print Collector archives at Heritage Images, we can appreciate Sir William Quiller Orchardson's lasting impact on Victorian-era portraiture and understand why he remains an influential figure within the artistic community even today.
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