George Romney (1734 - 1802)
1734-12-26Dalton-in-Furness, United Kingdom1802-11-15Kendal, United KingdomUnited Kingdom
George Romney
George Romney was an English portrait painter. He was the most fashionable artist of his day, painting many leading society figures – including his artistic muse, Emma Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson.
Date and place of birt: | 26 december 1734, Dalton-in-Furness, United Kingdom |
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Date and place of death: | 15 november 1802, Kendal, United Kingdom |
Nationality: | United Kingdom |
Period of activity: | XVIII, XIX century |
Specialization: | Artist, Painter |
Art school / group: | English School |
Genre: | Portrait |
Art style: | Classicism, Rococo |