19th Century

richard thomas pentreath

Born 1806 Died 1869 Works span 1830–1839

Richard Thomas Pentreath (1806 – 1869): Bridging Romantic Landscape and Cornish Folklore Richard Thomas Pentreath (1806 – 1869) stands as a pivotal figure in British landscape painting during the Victorian era, blending meticulous observation with an infusion of Cornish folklore and mythology. Born in Cornwall, Pentreath’s artistic journey was shaped by his upbringing amidst the rugged coastline and ancient traditions of West Cornwall…

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1830

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1839

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richard thomas pentreath

1806 – 1869

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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