Historical Illustration
Samnite Soldier (John Leech)
John Leech (1817–1864) made Samnite Soldier. It belongs to the Historical Illustration movement.
Samnite Soldier, in brief
- Title
- Samnite Soldier
- Artist
- John Leech (1817–1864)
- Artist born in
- London, United Kingdom
- Movement
- Historical Illustration
- Subject
- ancient rome, samnite warrior, military history, 19th century warfare, historical figure, pen and ink art
High-resolution images of Samnite Soldier
John Leech, Samnite Soldier. Public domain.
Questions on Samnite Soldier, answered
What is "Samnite Soldier" about?
The subjects of "Samnite Soldier" are ancient rome, samnite warrior, military history, 19th century warfare, historical figure, pen and ink art, roman legion.
Is "Samnite Soldier" by John Leech in the public domain?
The copyright answer for "Samnite Soldier" by John Leech: the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This determines whether reproductions of the image may be freely made.
Who created "Samnite Soldier"?
The artist behind "Samnite Soldier" is John Leech. The work is catalogued under John Leech's name.
Which artistic current is "Samnite Soldier" by John Leech part of?
"Samnite Soldier" by John Leech belongs to the Historical Illustration movement. This movement provides the stylistic context of the work.
What stage of John Leech's development does "Samnite Soldier" represent?
Within John Leech's career, "Samnite Soldier" falls in the Victorian Era. The phase helps compare it with the artist's other works.
Is "Samnite Soldier" by John Leech in the public domain, and why?
The copyright status of "Samnite Soldier" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1864.
Where does "Samnite Soldier" sit within John Leech's body of work?
Within John Leech's output, "Samnite Soldier" sits in the Historical Illustration style, alongside the themes of satirical social commentary, crimean war cartoons, dickens illustrations, 19th century engravings, military illustration style, historical accuracy focus, roman military power, samnite resistance.
Where does "Samnite Soldier" stand among John Leech's recurring subjects?
"Samnite Soldier" depicts ancient rome, samnite warrior, military history, 19th century warfare, historical figure, pen and ink art, roman legion, while John Leech's recorded themes are satirical social commentary, crimean war cartoons, dickens illustrations, 19th century engravings, military illustration style, historical accuracy focus, roman military power, samnite resistance. Comparing the two shows how the work relates to the artist's usual subjects.
About the artist, John Leech
1817–1864, United Kingdom
John Leech
Early Life and Education Born: London, United Kingdom (1817) Died: 1864 John Leech was born in London. His father, a native of Ireland, managed the London Coffee House on Ludgate Hill. His mother descended from the family of Richard Bentley. Recognized early for his artistic talent; at age three, sculptor John Flaxman admired his drawing and encouraged him to pursue art freely.