Anthony Carey Stannus: A Victorian Visionary Anthony Carey Stannus (1830 – 1919) stands as a remarkable figure in British Victorian art, celebrated for his meticulous portraits and evocative landscapes that capture the spirit of the era. Born in London to an affluent family with connections to the Royal Family, Stannus’s artistic talent emerged early, nurtured by private tutors and fostering a lifelong passion for observation and repr…