Early Life and Career
William Holman Hunt, a prominent English painter, was born on April 2, 1827, in Cheapside, London. He is best known for being one of the founders of the
Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, a group that sought to revitalize art by emphasizing detailed observation of the natural world.
Notable Works and Style
Holman Hunt's paintings are characterized by their attention to detail, vivid color, and elaborate symbolism. Some of his notable works include:
Personal Life and Later Years
Holman Hunt married twice, first to Fanny Waugh, who modelled for several of his works, including
Isabella and the Pot of Basil. After her death, he sculpted her tomb at Fiesole. His second wife was Edith, Fanny's sister, whom he married abroad due to British laws against marrying a deceased wife's sister.
Holman Hunt's later years were marked by failing eyesight, which forced him to relinquish painting. He completed his last major works with the assistance of his assistant, Edward Robert Hughes. Holman Hunt passed away on September 7, 1910, and was buried in St Paul's Cathedral, London.
Legacy
Holman Hunt published an autobiography in 1905 and was appointed to the Order of Merit by King Edward VII that same year. His personal life was later documented in Diana Holman-Hunt's book
My Grandfather, his Life and Loves.
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Key Dates:
- April 2, 1827: Born in Cheapside, London
- 1851-1853: Painted The Light of the World
- September 7, 1910: Passed away and buried in St Paul's Cathedral, London
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