About Richard Short
Richard Short was a British painter, known for Seven Years' War.
Richard Short (fl. bef. 1750, aft. 1766) was an English artist best known for sketches he made of Quebec City shortly after its capture by British forces. The six views he drew were among the earliest images of Halifax ever produced. Painter Dominic Serres was commissioned by Short to create paintings based on the Halifax views; those remain in the collection of the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia.
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Who was Richard Short?
British artist active in Canada
When was Richard Short born?
Richard Short was born in England.
What was Richard Short's occupation?
Richard Short was a painter.
What was Richard Short known for?
Richard Short was known for Seven Years' War.
What nationality was Richard Short?
Richard Short was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Richard Short (military artist)
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