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richard phelps

1710 – 1785

richard phelps
Early Modern
Early Modern

richard phelps

Born 1710 Died 1785 Works span 1750–1764

Richard Phelps (1710-1785): A Portraitist of Somerset’s Gentry Richard Phelps was a singular figure in the artistic landscape of 18th-century England, primarily recognized for his meticulous portraiture and significant contributions to landscape design—particularly at Dunster Castle. Born around 1710, Phelps emerged from Porlock, Somerset, establishing himself as a respected artist whose career spanned decades and yielded an impressiv…

4
dated works
1
chapters
1750
first work
1764
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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