Walter Sickert
English painter and printmaker
Born
May 31st, 1860
165 years ago
Died
1942
83 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An English painter and printmaker associated with the Post-Impressionist movement, this artist's work displayed a focus on urban life and figures, often featuring scenes from music halls and interiors. Major exhibitions took place throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with contributions to the Camden Town Group, a collective of artists based in London. Works included notable pieces such as 'Ennui' and 'The Cat and the Moon', reflecting a blend of realism and modernism while exploring themes of social commentary and psychological depth. Sickert's teaching at the Westminster School of Art influenced a generation of artists, further establishing his legacy within the art community.
Created 'Ennui' and 'The Cat and the Moon'
Co-founded the Camden Town Group
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