Sir Charles Lock Eastlake was a British painter, gallery director, collector and writer of the 19th century. After a period as keeper, he was the first director of the National Gallery. From 1850 to 1865 he served as President of the Royal Academy, succeeding Martin Archer Shee in the role.
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About this person
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1793 to 1865 · aged 72
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