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단테 가브리엘 로세티 1828–1882
영국 Born in 런던 라파엘 전파, 상징주의 Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
(1850). 프로세르피네 (1874). 베누스 베르티코르디아 (1864–1868). 축복받은 처녀 (1878). 백일몽 (1880).
Pre-raphaelite masters, in order
The most famous Pre-raphaelite 화가 is 단테 가브리엘 로세티 (1828–1882), known for Ecce Ancilla Domini! (also known as The Anunciation) 및 베누스 베르티코르디아. Next come 존 윌리엄 워터하우스, 존 에버렛 밀레이, 에드워드 번존스 및 윌리엄 홀먼 헌트. This ranking of the 36 most famous Pre-raphaelite 화가들 runs from 윌리엄 폭스 (born 1812) to 스탠리 스펜서 경 (born 1891), across 6 countries.
How this list is ranked. Artists whose works our catalogue files under Pre-raphaelite, in the order of our fame ranking of artists. Artists without a Wikidata identifier born after 1955 are left out until verified. The Wikipedia figure next to each name is the number of our 32 languages in which Wikipedia has an article on the artist.
The essentials
Ranked, with their masterpieces
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영국 Born in 런던 라파엘 전파, 상징주의 Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
(1850). 프로세르피네 (1874). 베누스 베르티코르디아 (1864–1868). 축복받은 처녀 (1878). 백일몽 (1880).
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영국 Born in 버밍엄 ['라파엘 전파', '탐미주의', '상징주의', '미술공예운동'] Wikipedia in 27/32 languages
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영국 Born in 런던 라파엘 전파, 낭만주의 Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
The Dying Copernicus (1880): 천문학자의 마지막 순간을 지적인 강렬함으로 드라마틱하게 그려낸 작품. (1888): 애국적 열정으로 가득 찬, 중세의 전투 호출 장면을 역동적으로 표현한 작품. Lady Godiva (1892): 전설적인 이야기를 고전적으로 묘사하며, 취약함과 저항 정신을 동시에 강조한 작품.
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British Born in Holborn Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
Initially overshadowed by her role as Rossetti's muse, Elizabeth Siddal’s artistic contributions have experienced a significant reevaluation in recent decades.
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British Pre-Raphaelite art
John Edward Brett (1830-1902) stands as a pivotal figure in British Pre-Raphaelite art, distinguished by his unwavering dedication to meticulous observation and artistic representation of the natural world. John Edward Brett’s contribution to British art extends far beyond his individual paintings.
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British Born in 콜카타 Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
Sarah Prinsep was related to both the pioneering photographer Julia Margaret Cameron, and Maria Jackson, grandmother to literary giants Virginia Woolf and Vanessa Bell —a familial network that would profoundly shape his future trajectory. Prinsep passed away in 1904 and was laid to rest alongside his wife Florence in Brompton Cemetery, London, marked by a distinctive Roman-style monument.
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British Born in London Pre-Raphaelite and Aestheticism Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
This familial connection provided more than just guidance; it instilled in Edward a deep reverence for Romantic idealism and an eye for the subtle, symbolic narratives that would later define his most celebrated masterpieces. Even his choice of diploma work for the Royal Watercolour Society—a mystical piece titled Oh, What's That in the Hollow?, inspired by the poetry of Christina Rossetti —demonstrated his lifelong devotion to the intersection of visual art and literary romanticism.
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영국 Born in 케터링 프리 라파엘 전파 Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
토마스 쿠퍼 고치는 1854년 12월 10일 영국 미들랜드 지역의 조용한 시장 마을인 노샘프턴셔 케터링에서 태어났습니다. 그의 가문은 깊은 전통을 지닌 곳이었으며, 아버지 존 헨리 고치는 신발 제조업체였지만 뛰어난 기업가 정신으로 J.C.
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British Born in Yorkshire Pre-Raphaelite, Aestheticism Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
Stanhope’s entry into the vibrant world of the Pre-Raphaelites was facilitated by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, who invited him to contribute to the ambitious decorative scheme at the Oxford Union Debating Hall—a project centered around Arthurian legends. His debut at the Royal Academy in 1859 signaled his arrival on the London art scene, though his style was not one of immediate radical departure.
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British Born in Wicken Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
Though often overshadowed by more avant-garde movements, Cowper’s contribution to British art is significant.
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English Born in London Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
His artistic journey began with the disciplined training of the South Kensington Art School, but it was at the Royal Academy of Arts that his true potential began to unfurl under the watchful eyes of masters such as Frank Dicksee and Stanhope Forbes. Even as he later adopted the name Herbert Carmichael in 1918, his commitment to the profound themes of Christian art remained unshakable.
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Scottish Born in Edinburgh Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
Born on March 12th, 1822, Douglas was a man whose very lineage whispered of tradition and prestige. His education at the High School of Edinburgh provided the foundation, but it was through diligent sketching and the mentorship of fellow artists like Alexander Fraser and even the legendary James Abbott MacKenzie Whistler that his draughtsmanship began to flourish. As the son of James Douglas, an esteemed accountant for the Commercial Bank of Scotland, and the grand-nephew of the illustrious Sir William Fettes, his upbringing was steeped in the cultural fabric of Scotland’s elite.
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British Born in Hartlepool Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia in 2/32 languages
The echoes of Blake's poetry and the Pre-Raphaelite spirit continue to inform his artistic vision, ensuring that Shields’s legacy will endure for generations to come.
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British Born in Truro Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
Notable examples of his narrative prowess include: The Attainment of the Sanc Grael: A work that captures the spiritual yearning and mystical gravity central to the Arthurian mythos. Sir Launcelot in the Queen’s Chamber: A painting that demonstrates his ability to weave intimacy with the grand, dramatic tension of legendary figures. To study Dunn is to study the very texture of Victorian romanticism.
Key works · The 100 most famous works · Henry Treffry Dunn reproductions
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British Born in Plymouth Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
His father, George Rundle Prynne, was a prominent Tractarian clergyman and ritualist, deeply involved in restoring traditional Catholic practices within the Church of England. This pivotal decision led him to travel extensively throughout Europe, immersing himself in the artistic traditions of Antwerp, Florence, Paris, and Rome. His ‘Stations of the Cross,’ in particular, stand as enduring monuments to his artistic vision—powerful depictions of suffering, sacrifice, and redemption that speak across generations.
The paintings behind the names
Through time
In figures
| 영국 | 20 |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 9 |
| 프랑스 | 3 |
| 인도 | 2 |
| 이탈리아 | 1 |
| 미국 | 1 |
| 1810s | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1820s | 11 |
| 1830s | 10 |
| 1840s | 3 |
| 1850s | 8 |
| 1870s | 2 |
| 1890s | 1 |
| 버밍엄 미술관 | 6 |
|---|---|
| 워커 아트 갤러리 | 4 |
| 맨체스터 미술관 | 4 |
| 테이트 브리튼 | 3 |
| 예일 영국 미술관 | 2 |
| 테이트 갤러리 | 1 |
| 메트로폴리탄 미술관 | 1 |
| Russell-Cotes Art Gallery - Museum | 1 |
All of them, in order
Your questions, answered
First place goes to 단테 가브리엘 로세티 (#1); 존 윌리엄 워터하우스 (#2) and 존 에버렛 밀레이 (#3) complete the podium.
단테 가브리엘 로세티 (#1), 존 윌리엄 워터하우스 (#2), 존 에버렛 밀레이 (#3), 에드워드 번존스 (#4) 및 윌리엄 홀먼 헌트 (#5).
Most 화가들 in this list were born in the 1820s (11 of 36), between 1812 and 1891 overall.
런던: 10 of the 화가들 in this list were born there.
The highest-ranked 화가들 born in United Kingdom are Elizabeth Siddal (#14), John Edward Brett (#15), Edward Robert Hughes (#22), John Roddam Spencer Stanhope (#26) 및 Herbert Gustave Schmalz (#28).
The earliest-born 화가 in this list is 윌리엄 폭스 (#17), born in 1812.
The women of this list (4): 에블린 드 모르간 (#9), Elizabeth Siddal (#14), 소피 젱겜브르 앤더슨 (#16) 및 마리 스파르탈리 스틸먼 (#19).
The highest-ranked 화가들 born in 영국 are 단테 가브리엘 로세티 (#1), 존 에버렛 밀레이 (#3), 에드워드 번존스 (#4), 윌리엄 홀먼 헌트 (#5) 및 존 콜리어 (#7).
영국: 20 of the 36 화가들 in this list were born there, then United Kingdom (9) 및 프랑스 (3).
“Her artistic output included sketches, watercolors, and one known oil painting, frequently drawing inspiration from Arthurian legends and medieval themes.” — from our biography of Elizabeth Siddal (#14).
Our catalogue holds 4,024 works by these 화가들. Each one can be ordered as a hand-painted oil reproduction or a print.
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