Edwin Henry Landseer
1802–1873 · English · 19 artworks
RomanticismAnimal anthropomorphismDetailed animal anatomyNarrative compositionsDramatic lightingSymbolic use of animals
artist bio
Sir Edwin Henry Landseer was an English painter and sculptor, best known for his paintings of animals—particularly horses, dogs, and stags. He was highly regarded in Victorian England, and his works often conveyed moral or narrative themes through anthropomorphism.
what you'll learn
Studying Landseer's work allows students to explore animal representation in art, narrative painting, and the use of anthropomorphism to convey human emotions and social commentary. Students can also learn about the technical skill required to accurately depict animal anatomy and behavior.
related: Rosa Bonheur, George Stubbs, Frederic Remington
19 artworks
Alexander and Diogenes
1848
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Isaac van Amburgh and his Animals
1839
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Van Amburgh and his big game cats
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Prosperity
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Queen Victoria and Prince Albert at the Bal Costumé of 12 May 1842
1842
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Dignity and Impudence
1839
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A Distinguished Member of the Humane Society
1831
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The Wild Cattle of Chillingham
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Queen Victoria and Prince Albert at home at Windsor Castle in Berkshire, England
1843
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John Allen
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Low Life
1829
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Jack In Office
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High Life
1829
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A Group of Animals, Geneva
1851
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The Falcon
1837
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Eos, A Favorite Greyhound of Prince Albert
1841
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A Highland Breakfast
1834
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The Old Shepherd's Chief Mourner
1837
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Laying Down the Law
1840
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