John Burnet

John Burnet (1784–1868) was a British painter, printmaker and art historian.

Also recorded as Burnet; J. Burnet; Burnett.

John Burnet in brief

Born
1784
Died
1868
Known for
painter, printmaker, art historian and graphic artist
Place of birth
Musselburgh
Contents

Overview

Born at Musselburgh in 1784, died at London in 1868.

In detail

John Burnet studied at Edinburgh College of Art. training under Robert Scott is recorded. the recorded working language is English.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Edinburgh, London and Paris. Membership is recorded of Royal Society.

Work by John Burnet is recorded in the collections of Minneapolis Institute of Art, Tate, Nationalmuseum, National Galleries Scotland and Vanderbilt Museum of Art.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Royal Society.

Sources

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1699461: John Burnet

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