19th Century

henry richard graves

Born 1818 Died 1882 Works span 1850–1876

Henry Richard Graves (1806–1892): A Pioneer of British Impressionism Henry Richard Graves was born in London on November 3, 1806, the second son of Thomas Graves, 2nd Baron Graves, a prominent naval officer and landowner. His upbringing instilled in him a deep appreciation for both art and scholarship—a duality that would profoundly shape his artistic career and intellectual pursuits. From an early age, Graves demonstrated exceptional…

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1850

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1876

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henry richard graves

1818 – 1882

The Lifeline

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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