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stephen slaughter
Early Modern
Early Modern

stephen slaughter

Born 1697 Died 1765 Works span 1742–1750

Stephen Slaughter (1697 – 1765): The Painter of Dignified Portraits Stephen Slaughter was a prominent English portrait painter who flourished during the mid-18th century, leaving an indelible mark on British art history. Born in London around 1697, his artistic journey began under the tutelage of Godfrey Kneller, arguably the most celebrated portraitist of his time, establishing a foundational influence that would permeate his subsequ…

4
dated works
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chapters
1742
first work
1750
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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