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James Sant

James Sant (1820–1916) was a painter, portraitist and artist.

Also recorded as James J. Sant; James Sant R.A..

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Overview

Born at London in 1820, died at London in 1916.

In detail

James Sant studied at Royal Academy Schools. training under John Varley and Augustus Wall Callcott is recorded. the recorded working language is English.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are portrait, history, allegorical and genre. The authority associates the name with academic art, British School and Symbolism. Edwin Landseer is recorded as an influence.

Residence is recorded at Lancaster Gate. Membership is recorded of Royal Academy of Arts and Accademia Raffaello.

Works named in the authority record are Queen Victoria (1819-1901).

Work by James Sant is recorded in the collections of Tate, Royal Collection, National Portrait Gallery, Walker Art Gallery and National Library of Wales.

Distinctions recorded are Commander of the Royal Victorian Order.

Connections

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Sources

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  1. 1.

    “James Sant”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q3806718: James Sant

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Plates

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A young woman pressing a half-open book to her heart, her eyes raised upwards, as she undergoes a religious revelation. Colour lithograph after James Sant., by James Sant

A young woman pressing a half-open book to her heart, her eyes raised upwards, as she undergoes a religious revelation. Colour lithograph after James Sant., by James Sant

James Sant · Wellcome Collection, London · Wellcome Collection · Public Domain Mark

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