George Romney

1734–1802

*A Waterfall. Verso: Study of a Hero’s Head and Arm*
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Biography

George Romney (26 December [O.S. 15 December] 1734 – 15 November 1802) was an English 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.

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