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George Romney (painter)
English portrait painter (1734–1802) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
George Romney (26 December [O.S. 15 December] 1734 – 15 November 1802) was an English portrait painter. He was the most fashionable artist of his day, painting many leading society figures – including his artistic muse, Emma Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson.[1][2]
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George Romney | |
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![]() 1795 self portrait | |
Born | (1734-12-26)26 December 1734 Dalton-in-Furness, Lancashire, England |
Died | 15 November 1802(1802-11-15) (aged 67) Kendal, Westmorland, England |
Known for | Painting |
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