The Launch (George Smith)
George Smith (1713–1776) made The Launch.
The Launch, in brief
- Title
- The Launch
- Artist
- George Smith (1713–1776)
- Artist born in
- Chichester, United Kingdom
High-resolution images of The Launch
George Smith, The Launch. Public domain.
Questions on The Launch, answered
Is "The Launch" free of copyright?
Regarding copyright, "The Launch" is in the public domain - its copyright has expired.
Which artist is "The Launch" attributed to?
"The Launch" was created by George Smith. The information on this page describes George Smith's original work.
What explains the copyright situation of "The Launch" by George Smith?
"The Launch" by George Smith is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and George Smith died in 1776.
About the artist, George Smith
1713–1776, United Kingdom
George Smith
Richard Wilson: Bridging the Divide Between Italy and Wales Richard Wilson, born in Edinburgh in 1713 – a year marked by significant artistic developments across Europe – stands as a pivotal figure in the transition of landscape painting from its Rococo roots to a more emotionally resonant and classically informed style. His life was one of constant movement, shaped by familial obligations, financial constraints, and an insatiable desire to absorb the artistic lessons of both Italy and his native Wales. Wilson’s story is not simply that of a painter; it's a narrative interwoven with family history, social connections, and a profound engagement with the changing aesthetic landscape of 18th-century Britain. He was the third son of John Wilson, a rector, and his wife Alice, who came from the Wynne family of Leeswood near Mold.