19th Century

john william hill

Born 1812 Died 1879 Works span 1837–1877

Edward Lear: A Life of Whimsical Observation and Artistic Innovation Edward Lear (1812-1888) was far more than simply an artist; he was a multifaceted personality – a poet, musician, illustrator, naturalist, and keen observer of the world around him. Born in Somerset, England, into a family with a strong musical tradition, his early life was marked by deafness resulting from scarlet fever at the age of four, profoundly shaping his per…

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1837

first work

1877

last work

Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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