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William Etty

 
William Etty

painter
(York, England, 3/10/1787 - 11/13/1849, York, England)

Note: Painter mostly known for his life studies. He is particularly admired for the way he painted glowing and voluptuous flesh. He also did paintings of mythological and historical subjects. He trained at the Royal Academy schools and with Thomas Lawrence. British painter, York, England.

1 objects

Nymphs Bathing in a Grotto

n.d.
oil on wood panel
Bequest of David P. Becker, Class of 1970
2011.69.158