Sir Wyke Bayliss (1835-1906): A Victorian Vision of Sacred Space Wyke Bayliss stands as a singular figure in Victorian art, an artist whose unwavering dedication to depicting the grandeur and intricacy of cathedral interiors cemented his reputation as both a meticulous craftsman and a respected academic voice. Born in Madeley, Shropshire, on October 21st, 1835, Bayliss’s unusual first name – derived from his mother’s surname – foreshadowed a lineage steeped in artistic heritage; his brother William Wyke Bayliss became a vicar, whilst sister Elizabeth Anne Bayliss married a vicar, and a secon…