Frederic Leighton

United Kingdom 1830-1896
Frederic Leighton, 1st Baron Leighton, was an eminent British painter, sculptor, and draughtsman born on December 3, 1830. He is renowned for his exquisite academic style that permeated the Victorian era's art scene and his contributions to the neoclassical movement in European art. Leighton was a pivotal figure, celebrated for his meticulous craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a profound mastery of historical subjects, mythology, and portraiture. Born in Scarborough, Yorkshire, Leighton was deeply influenced by classical antiquity throughout his life. His early education took place in various European cities, including Florence and Frankfurt, where he absorbed the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of Italy and Germany. Subsequently, he attended the Royal Academy Schools in London, where his prodigious talent quickly garnered recognition. Leighton's works are characterized by their grandeur, idealized figures, and often feature dramatic narratives with sumptuous color palettes and intricate compositions. Notable among his paintings is "Flaming June" (1895), which has become one of his most iconic pieces, showcasing a young woman in a vivid orange dress slumbering against a marble base—a testament to his ability to capture both sensuality and serenity. Throughout his career, Leighton received numerous accolades and held prominent positions within the British art establishment. He was the President of the Royal Academy from 1878 until his death, becoming the first and only artist to be granted a peerage while still alive, being created Baron Leighton of Stretton in 1896. His sculptures were equally celebrated, with "Athlete Wrestling with a Python" (1877) being a notable example of his exploration into three-dimensional form and the human body's expressive potential. Despite his vast influence and success, Lord Frederic Leighton did not have a long post-peerage reign; he died on January 25, 1896, soon after receiving his barony. However, his legacy endures through his prolific body of work, housed predominantly at prestigious institutions like the Royal Collection Trust and the Leighton House Museum in London. His timeless masterpieces continue to inspire awe and admiration for their technical brilliance and thematic depth, solidifying his status as one of the preeminent artists of the Victorian period.

Művek Gyűjteménye (Oldal 8)

Study Of A Girl's Head, Wreathed In Laurel,Frederic Leighton,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, solo, curly hair
Study Of A Girl's Head, Wreathed In Laurel
Felbontás: 4460 × 6720 px
The Fisherman And The Syren,Frederic Leighton,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, 1girl, 1boy
The Fisherman And The Syren
Felbontás: 2940 × 4578 px
The Reconciliation of the Montagues and the Capulets,Frederic Leighton,Oil Painting,Oil Painting
The Reconciliation of the Montagues and the Capulets
Felbontás: 3000 × 2290 px
Three studies for 'Flaming June',Frederic Leighton,Copperplate Etching,Copperplate Etching, nude, on side
Three studies for 'Flaming June'
Felbontás: 2893 × 3936 px
Study of Three Standing Draped Female Figures for 'Music',Frederic Leighton,Copperplate Etching
Study of Three Standing Draped Female Figures for 'Music'
Felbontás: 2480 × 3435 px
The Interior of St Mark's Basilica, Venice,Frederic Leighton,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, multiple boys, 6+boys
The Interior of St Mark's Basilica, Venice
Felbontás: 3840 × 2482 px
The Return Of Persephone,Frederic Leighton,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, parody, barefoot
The Return Of Persephone
Felbontás: 2218 × 2940 px
Twixt Hope And Fear,Frederic Leighton,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, 1girl, realistic, parody
Twixt Hope And Fear
Felbontás: 1500 × 2000 px
The Feigned Death Of Juliet,Frederic Leighton,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, multiple boys
The Feigned Death Of Juliet
Felbontás: 2556 × 1640 px
The Mountains of Asia Minor, from Rhodes,Frederic Leighton,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, outdoors, scenery
The Mountains of Asia Minor, from Rhodes
Felbontás: 4559 × 1123 px
Three Children,Frederic Leighton,Sketch,Sketch, nude, sketch, nipples, breasts, sitting, 1girl, monochrome
Three Children
Felbontás: 3048 × 2206 px
Two Children,Frederic Leighton,Sketch,Sketch, fat, sketch, 1girl, 1boy, plump, monochrome, fat man, navel
Two Children
Felbontás: 3089 × 2291 px