- DURATION 60 mins
Event Description
Famously described as "the greatest British painter of the social scene since Hogarth", William Powell Frith specialised in painting sweeping panoramas of life in the Victorian era. His work is known for its complex compositions showing the Victorian social classes in public places, such as at the seaside, at a Surrey racecourse or in the hustle and bustle of London's Paddington Station, where we might say "all human life is there". Frith's work could be controversial, such as his 1858 painting The Crossing Sweeper, which was described as breaking new ground for its depiction of wealth and abject poverty together on a London street.
Admired by Queen Victoria, who chose Frith to paint the wedding of her son and heir the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII) to the beautiful Princess Alexandra of Denmark, Frith was averse to innovations in modern art. Perhaps unknown to the Queen, his private life was also somewhat complicated!
- Duration: 60 mins
- Online Zoom event: Join from your computer, phone or tablet (no replay available)
Meet the Host, Margaret
Margaret has taught as a qualified lecturer in further, higher and adult education for over 33 years, and currently teaches English Literature and History in adult education. For many years, she has given talks to various different clubs, societies and other organisations, including Rotary and Probus Clubs, U3A’s, WI’s, Townswomen’s Guilds and Archaeological & Historical Societies. She writes a book review each month and contributes short local history topics for a community radio station, alongside writing published articles for the Brontë Society, the Jane Austen Society, Community Archives and the British Association for Local History. Her aim is that her talks are informative and interesting, with a touch of humour!
Preparing for the Event
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Resources
William Powell Frith: Capturing the Nineteenth Century World has supplementary learning materials provided by the event host. Once you book an event, you will get access to these resources.
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