Robertson, George British, 18th century, male. Born c.1742, in London, or c.1748 according to Bryan’s Dictionary; died 26 November 1788. Painter, watercolourist, draughtsman, engraver (etching). Landscapes with figures, landscapes.
George Robertson was the son of a wine merchant and initially adopted his father’s trade, painting only in his free time. He visited Italy, where he painted a number of landscapes, and made a voyage to Jamaica which provided him with new subjects. He also produced a number of original etchings. In his later years, feeling that he had failed as an artist, he turned to teaching drawing and composition. He exhibited in London from ... ...
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