Richard Parkes Bonington

Styl: Romanticism;

Místo: Arnold

Narozený: 1802

Smrt: 1828

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Early Life and Training

, a prominent figure in the British Romantic movement, was born on October 25, 1802, in Arnold, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. His father, also named Richard, was a multifaceted individual who worked as a gaoler, drawing master, and lace-maker. This diverse background likely influenced Bonington's early artistic inclinations. https://Wikioo.org/@/RichardParkesBonington, the online platform for art enthusiasts, offers an extensive collection of Bonington's works, showcasing his mastery over landscapes and historical scenes.

Artistic Evolution and Influences

Bonington's artistic journey began with watercolor painting, taught by his father. By the age of eleven, he was already exhibiting at the Liverpool Academy. In 1817, his family moved to Calais, France, where he took lessons from François Louis Thomas Francia, who introduced him to the English watercolor technique.

• Francia's influence can be seen in Bonington's early works, characterized by a blend of English and French styles.
• His meeting with Eugène Delacroix https://Wikioo.org/@/EugeneDelacroix, a French Romantic painter, further shaped his artistic approach.
• Bonington's time at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, under Antoine-Jean, Baron Gros, solidified his skills.

Notable Works and Achievements

• Rouen, Normandy, c. 1823 (Available on https://Wikioo.org/Art.nsf/Buy?open&RA=8XYHDC)
• View of the Lagoon Near Venice, 1827 (Louvre)
• Charles V. visits François Ier after the Battle of Pavia, c. 1827

• Gold medal at the Paris Salon in 1824, alongside John Constable and Anthony Vandyke Copley Fielding.
• Delacroix's tribute to Bonington's work in a letter to Théophile Thoré in 1861, highlighting his lightness of touch.

Legacy and Remembrance

Bonington's life was cut short due to tuberculosis, which claimed his life on September 23, 1828, at the age of 25. Despite his brief career, he left an indelible mark on British Romanticism.

• A statue in Nottingham School of Art, erected by Watson Fothergill.
• A theatre and primary school in his hometown of Arnold named after him.
• The Wallace Collection houses a significant group of 35 works, showcasing both his landscapes and history paintings.

https://Wikioo.org/Art.nsf/All-Popular-Artists, featuring the greatest artists of all time, including Bonington, is a testament to his enduring legacy.