About John Runciman
Lived 1744 – 1766 (aged 21–22). John Runciman was a Scottish painter and artist.
John Runciman (1744 – 1768 or 1769) was a Scottish painter known for Biblical and literary scenes. His works include Flight into Egypt and King Lear in the Storm, both in the National Gallery of Scotland.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Runciman?
British artist (1744–1766)
When was John Runciman born?
John Runciman was born in 1744 in Edinburgh.
When did John Runciman die?
John Runciman died in 1766 in Naples.
What was John Runciman's occupation?
John Runciman was a painter and artist.
What nationality was John Runciman?
John Runciman was Scottish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Runciman. https://biography.guide/john-runciman/
MLA: "John Runciman." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-runciman/.
Chicago: "John Runciman." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-runciman/.
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