Edward Calvert (Edward Calvert)

Edward Calvert

Painter,  Print Maker. His early work was greatly inspired by William Blake and he later became a member of the Blake-influenced group known as The Ancients.  He was born in Kent and studied at the Royal Academy. Among his finest works are exquisite wood engravings and etchings which date from the 1820s and early 1830s. His later works included Classical subjects.  (bio by: s.canning)

Born

  • September, 20, 1799
  • England

Died

  • July, 07, 1883
  • England

Cemetery

  • Abney Park Cemetery
  • England

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