George Cumberland
English art collector, writer and poet (1754ā1848) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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George Cumberland (27 November 1754 ā 8 August 1848) was an English art collector, writer and poet. He was a lifelong friend and supporter of William Blake,[1] and like him was an experimental printmaker.[2] He was also an amateur watercolourist, and one of the earliest members of the Bristol School of artists.[3] He made use of his wide circle of connections to help its other members,[4] in particular assisting and influencing Edward Bird[5] and Francis Danby.[6]
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George Cumberland | |
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Born | (1754-11-27)27 November 1754 |
Died | 8 August 1848(1848-08-08) (aged 93) |
Nationality | English |
Occupation(s) | Art collector, writer, poet, printmaker, watercolourist |
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