19th Century

marshall claxton

Born 1811 Died 1881 Works span 1833–1858

Marshall Claxton: A Victorian Painter of Faith and Faraway Lands Marshall Claxton (1811-1881) stands as a quietly significant figure within the landscape of 19th-century British art, an artist whose career unfolded across continents and whose work reflects both the prevailing artistic trends of his time and the profound personal experiences that shaped his vision. Born in Bolton, Lancashire, the son of a Wesleyan Methodist minister, R…

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1833

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1858

last work

Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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