Frederic, Lord Leighton: Eminent Victorian Artist

by Royal Academy of Arts, Stephen B. Jones

Frederic Leighton (1830-1896), the eminent Victorian painter and sculptor, was the first president of the Royal Academy and the first artist made a lord. Now, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of his death, the Royal Academy will hold a major exhibition, to which this book serves as a catalogue. Included are 128 color plates, additional illustrations, and never-before-seen photographs.

Genres: Art

256 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1996