William Alexander
British artist (1767-1816) · Artists · Died at 49
William Alexander was an English painter, illustrator and engraver. The hallmarks of his work, usually executed in watercolours, were clearness and harmony of colour, simplicity and taste in composition, grace of outline, and delicacy of execution. He accompanied the Macartney Embassy to China in 1792.
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About this person
Prints of his work were reproduced from engravings. One of his works was used to illustrate Cadell & Davies' Britannia depicta.
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1767 to 1816 · aged 49
