Richard Dadd
1817–1886 · British · 9 artworks
RomanticismMiniature detailSymbolic imageryPsychological portraitureFairy paintingIntricate patterns
artist bio
Richard Dadd was a British painter of the Victorian era, known for his meticulously detailed and fantastical fairy paintings. Tragically, his promising career was cut short by mental illness, leading to his confinement in mental institutions where he continued to create art.
what you'll learn
Studying Dadd's work provides insight into the Romantic era's fascination with the fantastical and the psychological impact of mental illness on artistic expression. Students can learn about detail, symbolism, and the artist's unique perspective.
related: Henry Fuseli, William Blake
