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Sir Isaac Newton

Sir James Thornhill (1675-1734) was a leading English Baroque painter known for large-scale murals, including the Painted Hall at Greenwich and St Paul's Cathedral dome. His historical and allegorical works reflect the era's political and artistic tr

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Artist Biography

early life and apprenticeship

sir james thornhill, a renowned english painter, was born in melcombe regis, dorset, in 1675. he was the son of walter thornhill of wareham and mary, eldest daughter of colonel william sydenham, governor of weymouth. in 1689, thornhill was apprenticed to thomas highmore, a specialist in non-figurative decorative painting.

artistic career

thornhill's artistic career spanned over four decades, during which he worked on numerous large-scale schemes of murals, including the "painted hall" at the royal hospital, greenwich. he also decorated palace interiors with large-scale compositions, featuring figures in idealized and rhetorical postures.
  • sir james thornhill's work on the dome of st paul's cathedral (1716-19) showcases his mastery of grisaille, depicting episodes from the life of st. paul.
  • his murals in great houses often related to topical events, as seen through the eyes of his mainly whig patrons, such as the continuous wall and ceiling painting of the sabine room at chatsworth.
  • thornhill's last major commission was to paint the chapel at wimpole hall, which he started in 1713 and completed by 1724.

notable artworks and collections

some of thornhill's notable artworks can be found in various museums and collections, including:

legacy and influence

thornhill's legacy as a master of italian baroque tradition continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. his work can be seen in various museums and collections, including the ArtsDot.com, which offers handmade oil paintings reproductions and print on canvas from famous artists around the world. more about sir james thornhill... view more artworks by sir james thornhill at ArtsDot.com
sir james thornhill

sir james thornhill

1675 - 1734 , United Kingdom

Quick Facts

  • Artistic Movement Or Style: Baroque painting
  • Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Thomas Highmore']
  • Date Of Birth: 25 July 1675
  • Date Of Death: 4 May 1734
  • Full Name: Sir James Thornhill
  • Nationality: English
  • Notable Artworks:
    • The Blinding of Elymas
    • Isaac Newton
  • Place Of Birth: Melcombe Regis, United Kingdom
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