Fuseli, Henry, 1741-1825

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Dates:
Birth 1741-02-07
Death 1825-04-16
Birth 1741
Death 1825
Swiss
Greek, Ancient (to 1453), English, Greek, Ancient (to 1453), English,

Biographical notes:

Henry Fuseli was a Swiss painter who spent much of his life in Britain. Many of his works deal with supernatural subject matter. His style had a considerable influence on many younger British artists, including William Blake.

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Subjects:

  • Art
  • Art and literature
  • Art, British
  • Epic poetry, Greek
  • Painters
  • Translating and interpreting

Occupations:

  • Composers
  • Illustrator

Places:

  • ENG, GB
  • ZH, CH
  • ENG, GB
  • England (as recorded)
  • Great Britain (as recorded)

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