Poynter, Edward John (1836-1919)
Creator details
- Name
- Poynter, Edward John (1836-1919)
- Nationality
- English
- Biography
- Edward John Poynter was a British painter and illustrator born in Paris in 1836. He was the son of a British artist and grew up in London, where he studied at the Royal Academy of Arts. Poynter was known for his classical and mythological paintings, which often featured strong, heroic figures and dramatic lighting. He was also a skilled illustrator, creating illustrations for books and magazines. Poynter became a member of the Royal Academy in 1876 and was later appointed its president in 1896. He was also a founding member of the Royal Watercolour Society and the Royal Society of Portrait Painters. Poynter's works were exhibited at the Royal Academy and other major galleries throughout his career, and he received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the arts. Poynter died in London in 1919, leaving behind a legacy of powerful and evocative paintings that continue to inspire and captivate audiences today.
