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William Etty
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William Etty was an English artist best known for his history paintings containing nude figures. He was the first significant British painter of nudes and still lifes. Born in York, he left school at the age of 12 to become an apprentice printer in Hull. He completed his apprenticeship seven years later and moved to London, where in 1807 he joined the Royal Academy Schools. There he studied under Thomas Lawrence and trained by copying works by other artists. Etty earned respect at the Royal Academy of Arts for his ability to paint realistic flesh tones, but had little commercial or critical success in his first few years in London.
William Etty, self-portrait based on an October 1844 photograph by Hill & Adamson
William Etty, self-portrait based on an October 1844 photograph by Hill & Adamson
Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn and his mother Frances Shack­erley, Joshua Reynolds, c. 1768–69. By the early 19th century Reynolds's style dominated British
Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn and his mother Frances Shack­erley, Joshua Reynolds, c. 1768–69. By the early 19th century Reynolds's style dominated British art.
Sketches from the Elgin Marbles by William Etty. Aspiring students were expected to draw from classical sculptures as part of the admission process.
Sketches from the Elgin Marbles by William Etty. Aspiring students were expected to draw from classical sculptures as part of the admission process.
The Missionary Boy (1805–06) is thought to be Etty's oldest significant surviving painting.
The Missionary Boy (1805–06) is thought to be Etty's oldest significant surviving painting.
Royal Academy of Arts
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The Royal Academy of Arts (RA) is an art institution based in Burlington House in Piccadilly in London, England. Founded in 1768, it has a unique position as an independent, privately funded institution led by eminent artists and architects. Its purpose is to promote the creation, enjoyment and appreciation of the visual arts through exhibitions, education and debate.
Front view, October 2010
Front view, October 2010
A modern illustration of Burlington House in London, home of the Royal Academy of Arts since 1868
A modern illustration of Burlington House in London, home of the Royal Academy of Arts since 1868
Satirical drawing of Sir William Chambers, one of the founders, trying to slay the 8-headed hydra of the Incorporated Society of Artists
Satirical drawing of Sir William Chambers, one of the founders, trying to slay the 8-headed hydra of the Incorporated Society of Artists
Study for Henry Singleton's painting The Royal Academicians assembled in their council chamber to adjudge the Medals to the successful students in Pai
Study for Henry Singleton's painting The Royal Academicians assembled in their council chamber to adjudge the Medals to the successful students in Painting, Sculpture, Architecture and Drawing, which hangs in the Royal Academy. c. 1793.