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      1859 - 1937

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      • Born: 1859
      • Died: 1937
      • Works on this site: 1
      • Lifespan: 78 years

      A Life of Service and Art

      George Swinton was a Scottish politician and officer of arms. Born in Edinburgh, he was the second son of Archibald Campbell Swinton and Georgiana Caroline Sitwell. He pursued studies in art under Professor Herkomer and other masters. Beyond his artistic studies, Swinton had a distinguished military and political career. He served as a captain in the 71st (Highland) Regiment of Foot and later held various roles within the London County Council, including serving as Chairman. His civic contributions extended to roles such as Deputy Lieutenant for the County of London and his appointment as a Commander of the Order of the British Empire.

      In the realm of heraldry, Swinton held significant positions, serving as Albany Herald of Arms in Ordinary and as Lord Lyon King of Arms and Secretary to the Order of the Thistle. His family legacy is notable, as he is the great-grandfather of the actress Tilda Swinton.

      Spørgsmål og svar

      Findes der en virtuel 3D-tour af George Swintons værker?

      George Swintons værker kan opleves i et 3D-galleri på kunstnerens 3D-galleri-side.

      Hvilke kunstværker af George Swinton har flest visninger?

      Der findes en Statistik-side for George Swinton, som præsenterer statistikker om kunstnerens værker på denne hjemmeside.

      Hvordan kan jeg følge George Swintons værker kronologisk?

      Se en tidslinje over George Swintons værker på siden Tidslinje for kunstværker, hvor kunstværkerne er sorteret efter dato.

      Findes der en kronologisk gennemgang af George Swinton?

      En kronologisk gennemgang af George Swintons værker er tilgængelig på kunstnerens Kronologi-side, hvor værkerne præsenteres i rækkefølge efter deres skabelse, kapitel for kapitel.

      En lille quiz

      Der er kun ét korrekt svar på hvert spørgsmål.

      Spørgsmål 1:
      In which city was George Swinton born?
      Spørgsmål 2:
      Under which professor did Swinton study art?
      Spørgsmål 3:
      Which famous actress is the great-granddaughter of George Swinton?
      Spørgsmål 4:
      What was Swinton's role in the London County Council from 1912 to 1928?
      Spørgsmål 5:
      Which military rank did Swinton hold before retiring in 1893?