Francis Legatt Chantrey
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Francis Legatt Chantrey (1781-1841) was one of the most successful British sculptors of the early 19th century. Born in Sheffield, he rose from humble origins to become the favorite portrait sculptor of the British establishment, creating marble busts and church monuments of unmatched polish.
Chantrey left his fortune to the Royal Academy to purchase British art, creating the Chantrey Bequest, which funded major acquisitions for the Tate Gallery. His statue of James Watt and his church monuments demonstrate the smooth, idealized naturalism that made him the leading sculptor of Regency Britain.
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About Francis Legatt Chantrey
Chantrey was Regency Britain's leading portrait sculptor. His marble busts and church monuments defined the era. His fortune created the Chantrey Bequest, funding major acquisitions for the Tate.
Busts are at the National Portrait Gallery in London and churches across England. His Chantrey Bequest purchases are in the Tate collection.
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