early life and training
sir francis bernard dicksee, a renowned english victorian painter and illustrator, was born on november 27, 1853, in london, united kingdom. his father,
thomas dicksee, a painter himself, taught frank, along with his sister margaret, from a young age. this early exposure to art laid the foundation for frank's future success.
rise to prominence
dicksee enrolled in the
royal academy schools in 1870, achieving early success and eventually becoming a member of the academy in 1891. he was elected president in 1924 and knighted in 1925, with king george v naming him to the
royal victorian order in 1927.
notable works and exhibitions
one of dicksee's most notable works is
the funeral of a viking (1893), now housed at the
manchester art gallery. this piece was donated to the corporation of manchester in 1928 by arthur burton. victorian critics praised its perfection as a showpiece, while also criticizing its dramatic and somewhat staged setting.
legacy and remembrance
dicksee's contributions to victorian painting are undeniable. his work continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. a book on his life and work, featuring a full catalogue of his known paintings and drawings by simon toll, was published by the antique collector's club in 2016.
key dates: * november 27, 1853: born in london, united kingdom * 1870: enrolled in the royal academy schools * 1891: elected to the royal academy * 1924: became president of the royal academy * october 17, 1928: passed away in london, united kingdom
