Harry Fenn (1837 – 1911): Pioneer of Pictorial Narrative Harry Fenn (14 September 1837 – 22 April 1911) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of Victorian illustration, particularly renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to landscape engraving and his depictions of exotic locales like Egypt, Palestine, and Sinai. Born in Richmond, England, Fenn’s artistic journey began with apprenticeship under Dalziel & Forster in London, honing his skills in wood engraving – a technique that would become synonymous with his distinctive style. This formative experience instilled in him an unwaver…