Foster, Myles Birket, 1825-1899

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Dates:
Birth 1825-02-04
Death 1899-03-27
Britons,
English,

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Myles Birket Foster was a popular Victorian-era illustrator and watercolor painter, noted for his technical proficiency and rustic scenes. First apprenticed to a wood engraver, he later worked as an illustrator for books and periodicals before successfully publishing books of his own illustrations. He was perhaps best known for his watercolor paintings, employing a singular stippled technique to great effect.

From the description of Myles Birket Foster letters, announcement, and booklet, 1879-1964. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 152038608

From the description of Myles Birket Foster letters, announcement, and booklet, 1855-1964. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 56550666

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Subjects:

  • Artists
  • Engraving
  • Illustration of books
  • Painting, British
  • Wood-engraving

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  • Great Britain (as recorded)
  • Great Britain (as recorded)
  • Great Britain (as recorded)

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