JOHN, G. ESQ.
Neg. No: 4559A
Neg. Size: 12"x10"
Neg. Date: 12-02-1909

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Sitter: Sir (William) Goscombe John (1860-1952).

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Biog: Sculptor and medalist; Kt. (cr. 1911); R.A. (1909).

Born in Cardiff, son of a woodcarver. Studied with his father at Cardiff Castle under the direction of architect William Burges. In 1882, came to London as assistant in Thomas Nicholl's Lambeth workshop. Studied at Lambeth School of Art; then went on to R. A . Schools and won Gold Medal and Travelling Scholarship in 1889. Worked under Rodin in Paris, 1890-91 and received honourable mention at Paris Salon, 1892, and Gold Medal, 1901. Works include: figures and groups with a wide range of subject -- realistic, poetic and religious; also monuments, eg.: equestrian figure of Edward VII in Liverpool; Viscount Wolseley, Horse Guards Parade; and Prince Christian Victor at Windsor. Memorials: Sir Arthur Sullivan in St. Paul's, 1902, and Marquess of Winchester, 1905. A.R.A. 1899, R.A. 1909, Knighted 1911, Hon. A.R.I B A. [British Sculpture 1850-1914, p. 26.]

Date: 12 February 1909.

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Location: Artist's studio.

Descr: FL standing, at work.

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No of poses: 1.

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Provenance: Pinewood Studios; acquired 1989.

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Biog: Dictionary of National Biography; Who's Who; The Times, 16 December 1952, p 10e and 18 December 1952, p 8g.

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