Frederic Leighton
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Frederic Leighton
Summary
Frederic Leighton is a human[1]. Born in Scarborough[2], he… he was born on December 3, 1830[3]. He passed away in London[4]. He died on January 25, 1896[5]. He worked as a painter[6], sculptor[7], politician[8], draftsperson[9], and artist[10]. He ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (215 views/month, #6,961 of 1,000,298).[11]
Key Facts
- Frederic Leighton's place of birth was Scarborough[2].
- Frederic Leighton died in London[4].
- Frederic Leighton was born on December 3, 1830[3].
- Frederic Leighton died on January 25, 1896[5].
- Burial took place at London[12].
- Frederic Leighton's father was Frederick Septimus Leighton[13].
- Frederic Leighton's mother was Augusta Susan Nash[14].
- Frederic Leighton held citizenship in United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[15].
- Frederic Leighton is identified as part of the English people ethnic group[16].
- Frederic Leighton's professions included painter[6].
- Frederic Leighton worked as a sculptor[7].
- Frederic Leighton worked as a politician[8].
- Frederic Leighton's professions included draftsperson[9].
- Frederic Leighton worked as an artist[10].
- Frederic Leighton's field of work was erotic art[17].
- Frederic Leighton held the position of member of the House of Lords[18].
- Frederic Leighton held the position of President of the Royal Academy of Arts[19].
- Frederic Leighton was educated at Academy of Arts, Berlin[20].
- Frederic Leighton's education included a stint at Academy of Fine Arts, Florence[21].
- Frederic Leighton was educated at Royal Academy of Arts[22].
- Frederic Leighton's education included a stint at Heatherley School of Fine Art[23].
- A notable work attributed to Frederic Leighton is Flaming June[24].
- A notable work attributed to Frederic Leighton is Cymon and Iphigenia[25].
- A notable work attributed to Frederic Leighton is The Bath of Psyche[26].
- A notable work attributed to Frederic Leighton is Perseus and Andromeda[27].
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Origins and Family
Born in Scarborough[2], Frederic Leighton… he was born on December 3, 1830[3]. His father was Frederick Septimus Leighton[13]. His mother was Augusta Susan Nash[14]. He is identified as part of the English people ethnic group[16].
Education
Educated at Academy of Arts, Berlin[20], an academy[28], in Germany[29], founded in 1993[30], headquartered in Academy of Arts (Pariser Platz)[31]; Academy of Fine Arts, Florence[21], an academy of fine arts[32], in Italy[33], founded in 1784[34]; Royal Academy of Arts[22], a national academy[35], in United Kingdom[36], founded in 1768[37], headquartered in City of Westminster[38]; and Heatherley School of Fine Art[23], a school[39], in United Kingdom[40], founded in 1845[41].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include painter[6], sculptor[7], politician[8], draftsperson[9], and artist[10]. Frederic Leighton's field of work was erotic art[17]. Positions held include member of the House of Lords[18], a position[42], in United Kingdom[43], founded in 1801[44] and President of the Royal Academy of Arts[19], a president[45], in United Kingdom[46].
Works and Contributions
Notable works include Flaming June[24], a painting[47], founded in 1895[48]; Cymon and Iphigenia[25], a painting[49], founded in 1884[50]; The Bath of Psyche[26], a painting[51], founded in 1890[52]; Perseus and Andromeda[27]; and Cimabue's Celebrated Madonna[53].
Recognition
Awards received include Prix de Rome[54], an award[55], in France[56], founded in 1663[57]; Royal Gold Medal[58], an architecture award[59], in United Kingdom[60], founded in 1848[61]; Pour le Mérite for Sciences and Arts order[62], a civil decoration[63], in Prussia[64], founded in 1842[65]; Legion of Honour[66], a state order[67], in France[68], founded in 1802[69]; and Knight Bachelor[70], a title of honor[71], in United Kingdom[72], founded in 1300[73].
Death and Burial
Frederic Leighton died on January 25, 1896[5]. He died in London[4]. Burial took place at London[12].
Why It Matters
Frederic Leighton ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (215 views/month, #6,961 of 1,000,298).[11] He has Wikipedia articles in 26 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[74] He is known by 51 alternative names across languages and contexts.[75]
FAQs
Where was Frederic Leighton born?
Frederic Leighton's place of birth was Scarborough[2].
Where did Frederic Leighton die?
Frederic Leighton died in London[4].
Who were Frederic Leighton's parents?
Frederic Leighton's father was Frederick Septimus Leighton[13]. Frederic Leighton's mother was Augusta Susan Nash[14].
What did Frederic Leighton do for work?
Frederic Leighton worked as painter[6], sculptor[7], politician[8], draftsperson[9], and artist[10].
Where did Frederic Leighton go to school?
Frederic Leighton was educated at Academy of Arts, Berlin[20], Academy of Fine Arts, Florence[21], Royal Academy of Arts[22], and Heatherley School of Fine Art[23].
What awards did Frederic Leighton receive?
Honors received include Prix de Rome[54], Royal Gold Medal[58], Pour le Mérite for Sciences and Arts order[62], and Legion of Honour[66].