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John Opie RA (16 May 1761 – 9 April 1807) [1] was an English historical and portrait painter. He painted many great men and women of his day, including members of the British Royal Family, and others who were notable in the artistic and literary professions.
John Opie was an English portrait and historical painter popular in England during the late 18th century. Opie received art instruction from John Wolcot (“Peter Pindar”) in Truro from about 1775 and in 1781 was successfully launched in London as the “Cornish wonder,” a self-taught genius.
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John Opie was a Cornish portrait and history painter who became a Royal Academician in 1787. He was influenced by Rembrandt and travelled to Paris to study art collections, and was married to the novelist and abolitionist Amelia Alderson.
John Opie (1761–1807) painted many great men and women of his day, including members of the British Royal Family. See his biography, artworks and artist as subject on Tate's website.
Learn about John Opie, a Cornish painter who became famous in London for his realistic and dramatic portraits and historical scenes. See 13 portraits of him and his works, and browse prints and greetings cards.
John Opie RA was a Cornish historical and portrait painter. He painted many great men and women of his day, including members of the British Royal Family, and others who were notable in...
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Explore: John Opie. (1761 - 1807) John Opie was born at St Agnes, Cornwall; the son of a mine carpenter. At c.15 his talent was recognised by Dr. John Wolcot, a physician, amateur artist and...
