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John Morgan

John Morgan (1823 - 1886) was active/lived in United Kingdom.  John Morgan is known for Ideal genre, historical and biblical paintings.

John Morgan    British   (1823-1886)

Although Morgan painted numerous historical and biblical subjects throughout his lifetime, the majority of his popular work clearly reflects his interest in the theme of childhood.  Born at Pentonville, London, he first began working as a woodcarver and furniture designer.  Deciding upon a career in art, he traveled to Paris where he is known to have studied under Thomas couture and Paul Delaroche.

Morgan began exhibiting at the annual Royal Academy shows in 1852 and continued to be a popular participant until his death.  He was elected to membership in the Royal Society of British Artists in 1875, where he exhibited over one hundred works, many with titles such as "Mischief," "The Playfellows," and "Snowballing."

The artist evidently found much pleasure, and success, in depicting this time of innocent games and worldly unconcern.  One of his children, Frederick Morgan, was also an a   ...  [Displaying 1000 of 1604 characters.]  Artist bio

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