Sir David Wilkie
The Preaching of John Knox before the Lords of the Congregation 10th June 1559
About this artwork
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artist:Sir David Wilkie (1785 - 1841) Scottish
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title:The Preaching of John Knox before the Lords of the Congregation 10th June 1559
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date created:Dated 1832
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materials:Oil on canvas
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measurements:46.00 x 54.70 cm; Framed: 70.70 x 79.10 x 9.10 cm
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credit line:Purchased 1907
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accession number:NG 950
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Sir David Wilkie
Sir David Wilkie
Wilkie achieved international recognition for his highly original paintings of events and episodes from contemporary life. His skills as a narrator were evident in the facial expressions and poses of his characters, and in the informative detail he included. He was born in Fife, the son of a rural...
