Richard Parkes Bonington (1802 - 1828)
1802-10-25Arnold, United Kingdom1828-09-28London, United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Richard Parkes Bonington
Richard Parkes Bonington was an English Romantic landscape painter, who moved to France at the age of 14 and can also be considered as a French artist, and an intermediary bringing aspects of English style to France. Becoming, after his early death, one of the most influential British artists of his time, the facility of his style was inspired by the old masters, yet was entirely modern in its application. His landscapes were mostly of coastal scenes, with a low horizon and large sky, showing a brilliant handling of light and atmosphere. He also painted small historical cabinet paintings in a freely-handled version of the troubadour style.
Date and place of birt: | 25 october 1802, Arnold, United Kingdom |
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Date and place of death: | 28 september 1828, London, United Kingdom |
Nationality: | United Kingdom |
Period of activity: | XIX century |
Specialization: | Artist, Graphic artist, Painter |
Genre: | Cityscape, Landscape painting, Marine art |
Art style: | Romanticism |