Stonebreakers (William Linton)
William Linton (1791–1876) made Stonebreakers.
Stonebreakers, in brief
- Title
- Stonebreakers
- Artist
- William Linton (1791–1876)
- Artist born in
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
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Can the image of "Stonebreakers" by William Linton be freely reproduced?
"Stonebreakers" by William Linton is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.
Who is the artist behind "Stonebreakers"?
"Stonebreakers" is attributed to William Linton.
Is "Stonebreakers" by William Linton in the public domain, and why?
The copyright status of "Stonebreakers" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1876.
About the artist, William Linton
1791–1876, United Kingdom
William Linton
The Romantic Visionary of Classical Landscape William Linton, born in the maritime atmosphere of Liverpool in 1791, emerged as a pivotal figure in British landscape painting during the Victorian era—a period defined by a profound fascination with both scientific observation and idealized beauty. His artistic journey began not with the grand gestures of a master, but through the humble and disciplined practice of copying the works of legends like Claude Lorrain and Richard Wilson. These early encounters were transformative, instilling in Linton a deep-seated appreciation for the interplay of natural light and the sweeping grandeur of panoramic compositions. This foundational period shaped his distinctive style, allowing him to weave classical sensibilities into the fabric of 19th-century Romanticism.