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James Sant

British painter (1820-1916) · Artists · Died at 96

James Sant (1820-1916) was one of the most eminent English painters of the Victorian era, specialising in portraiture and known particularly for images of aristocratic women and children, with a strong allegorical approach to childhood symbolism.

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Commander of the Royal Victorian Order

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He was an elected member of the Royal Academy and appointed Principal Court Painter in Ordinary to Queen Victoria and the Royal Family.

Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1820 to 1916 · aged 96