Orlando Norie: A Titan of Victorian Military Watercolor Orlando Norie (1832–1901) stands as one of the most prolific painters of the British army during the Victorian era, an astonishing feat considering he produced over 5,000 watercolors – a staggering output that cemented his place in art history. Born in Bruges, Belgium, to Scottish parents who had relocated there for business opportunities, Norie’s artistic journey began early, fueled by a fascination with capturing the dynamism of military life and the grandeur of historical events. His meticulous observation skills and masterful techni…