An atmosphere of sensuality is awakened during a woman’s slumber in Victorian master Frederick Leighton’s “Flaming June” his most famous painting. Influenced by the Nazarenes and Italian Renaissance artists, Leighton (1830 – 1896) was an extremely intelligent, principled and hard-working artist who fluently spoke five languages. He was President of the Royal Academy for nearly two decades, and believed that sincerity bred achievement.
Leader of Victorian classical painting, Frederick Leighton (1830 – 1896) created historical and mythological scenes influenced by the Nazarenes and the Italian Renaissance. Talented and hard-working, Leighton created art in many mediums, fluently spoke five languages, and believed that sincerity bred success. Although he did not study at the Royal Academy, he was its president for almost 20 years. His focus shifted from historical to mythological subjects at the same time the public became interested in Greek culture, cementing his popularity.
This art print displays sharp, vivid images with a high degree of color accuracy. A member of the versatile family of art prints, this high-quality reproduction represents the best of both worlds: quality and affordability. Art prints are created on paper similar to that of a postcard or greeting card using an offset lithography press.
Posted on: 6/14/2011
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5.0Underrated Victorian Master
By Mike
from NY City suburbs
- Amazing selection of art
- Attractive Frame Design
- Great Quality Material
- Nice Workmanship
- Perfect Size
- Vibrant Colors
- Visually Appealing
- Brown paper backing
- Lackluster Colors
- Fill Wall Space
- Neglected artist
- Age:
- 60 – 64
- Gender:
- Male
- Display Location:
- Dining Room