Portrait of Lord Byron

unknown artist1830

Benaki Museum of Greek Civilization
Athens, Greece

Portrait of Lord Byron (1788-1824), dressed in Greek costume and with the Acropolis of Athens in the background. The death of the leading romantic poet at Missolonghi on 7 April 1824 revitalised the European philhellenic movement. Circa 1830. Oil painting, 0.97x0.74 m. (ΓΕ 11100)

Details

Title: Portrait of Lord Byron
Creator: unknown artist
Date Created: 1830
Physical Dimensions: w745 x h970 cm (complete)
More Info: Benaki Museum - Benaki Museum
Type: painting
Rights: Benaki Museum
External Link: Benaki Museum

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