Benjamin West
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Benjamin West
Summary
Benjamin West is a human[1]. Born in Springfield Township[2], he… he was born on October 10, 1738[3]. He passed away in London[4]. He died on March 11, 1820[5]. He worked as a painter[6], architectural drafter[7], and artist[8]. He ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (4,690 views/month, #7,037 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Benjamin West's place of birth was Springfield Township[2].
- Benjamin West died in London[4].
- Benjamin West was born on October 10, 1738[3].
- Benjamin West was born on November 10, 1738[10].
- Benjamin West died on March 11, 1820[5].
- Burial took place at St Paul's Cathedral[11].
- Benjamin West's father was John West[12].
- Benjamin West's mother was Sarah Pearson[13].
- Among Benjamin West's spouses was Elizabeth Shewell West[14].
- A child of Benjamin West was Raphael Lamar West[15].
- A child of Benjamin West was Benjamin West, Jr.[16].
- Benjamin West held citizenship in United States[17].
- Benjamin West is identified as part of the White Americans ethnic group[18].
- Benjamin West's professions included painter[6].
- Benjamin West's professions included architectural drafter[7].
- Benjamin West worked as an artist[8].
- Benjamin West's field of work was history painting[19].
- Benjamin West held the position of President of the Royal Academy of Arts[20].
- Benjamin West held the position of President of the Royal Academy of Arts[21].
- Benjamin West's education included a stint at Yale University[22].
- A notable student of Benjamin West was William Charles Ross[23].
- A notable student of Benjamin West was William Alfred Delamotte[24].
- A notable student of Benjamin West was John Trumbull[25].
- A notable work attributed to Benjamin West is Erasistratus the Physician Discovers the Love of Antiochus for Stratonice[26].
- A notable work attributed to Benjamin West is The Death of General Wolfe[27].
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Origins and Family
Born in Springfield Township[2], Benjamin West… Recorded date of birth include October 10, 1738[3] and November 10, 1738[10]. His father was John West[12]. His mother was Sarah Pearson[13]. He is identified as part of the White Americans ethnic group[18].
Education
Benjamin West was educated at Yale University[22].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include painter[6], architectural drafter[7], and artist[8]. Benjamin West's field of work was history painting[19]. Positions held include President of the Royal Academy of Arts[20], a president[28], in United Kingdom[29]. Notable students include William Charles Ross[23], a painter[30], 1794–1860[31], of United Kingdom[32], specialised in portrait[33]; William Alfred Delamotte[24], a painter[34], 1775–1863[35], of Kingdom of Great Britain[36]; and John Trumbull[25], a painter[37], 1756–1843[38], of United States[39], awarded the Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences[40], specialised in painting[41].
Works and Contributions
Notable works include Erasistratus the Physician Discovers the Love of Antiochus for Stratonice[26], a painting[42], founded in 1772[43] and The Death of General Wolfe[27], a painting[44], in Canada[45], founded in 1770[46].
Recognition
Benjamin West received the Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences[47].
Personal Life
Benjamin West was married to Elizabeth Shewell West[14]. Children include Raphael Lamar West[15], an etcher[48], 1766–1850[49], of Kingdom of Great Britain[50] and he, Jr.[16], 1772–1848[51].
Death and Burial
Benjamin West died on March 11, 1820[5]. He passed away in London[4]. He is buried at St Paul's Cathedral[11].
Why It Matters
Benjamin West ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (4,690 views/month, #7,037 of 1,000,298).[9] He has Wikipedia articles in 20 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[52] He is known by 37 alternative names across languages and contexts.[53]
He has been cited as an influence by Charles Robert Leslie[54], a painter[55], 1794–1859[56], of United States[57], specialised in painting[58].
FAQs
Where was Benjamin West born?
Born in Springfield Township[2], Benjamin West…
Where did Benjamin West die?
Benjamin West died in London[4].
Who were Benjamin West's parents?
Benjamin West's father was John West[12]. Benjamin West's mother was Sarah Pearson[13].
Who was Benjamin West married to?
Benjamin West's spouses include Elizabeth Shewell West[14].
What did Benjamin West do for work?
Benjamin West worked as painter[6], architectural drafter[7], and artist[8].
Where did Benjamin West go to school?
Benjamin West was educated at Yale University[22].
What awards did Benjamin West receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences[47].
Who did Benjamin West influence?
Benjamin West has been cited as an influence by Charles Robert Leslie[54].