early life and artistic heritage
charles edmund rowbotham, a prominent british artist, was born in 1856 in the united kingdom. as the eldest son of
thomas charles leeson rowbotham (1823-1875), a landscape and marine painter, and grandson of
thomas leeson scarse rowbotham (1783-1853), also a renowned landscape and marine painter, charles' artistic journey was paved by his family's legacy.
artistic contributions and exhibitions
rowbotham's work was showcased in various esteemed institutions, including:
notable works by rowbotham include:
- near bramber, sussex (watercolor), a testament to his skill in capturing the beauty of landscapes.
- market scene, lake lago maggiores, italy (watercolor), showcasing his ability to portray vibrant market scenes.
- bellaggio, lake como, italy (watercolor), highlighting his fondness for italian landscapes.
- castelamare, bay of naples, sold at christie's south kensington in 2000 for $8,698 usd, demonstrating the value of his work.
artistic style and legacy
rowbotham's fondness for blue with white heightening is a distinctive feature of his work. his watercolor paintings, often capturing the beauty of landscapes and seascapes, have been sought after by art enthusiasts worldwide.
WikiOO's collection features an extensive array of artistic reproductions, including those inspired by rowbotham's works. explore the world of fine art with WikiOO's [virtual museum](https://WikiOO.org/).
references and further reading
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WikiOO's artist page: charles edmund rowbotham *
wikipedia: british art (for a broader understanding of the art movement in the uk)
