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William Bromley

1769 – 1842

British engraver

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About William Bromley

Lived 1769 – 1842 (aged 72–73). William Bromley was a British painter and engraver.

William Bromley (1769–1842) was a British engraver. Bromley, who was born at Carisbrooke on the Isle of Wight, was apprenticed to an engraver named J G Wooding in London, and soon attracted favorable notice.

Of his early works the most popular are the prints in 'Macklin's Bible,' and his engravings of Stothard's designs illustrating the 'History of England.' He engraved also two of Sir Thomas Lawrence's portraits of the Duke of Wellington, and one of the young Napoleon.

Bromley was elected an associate engraver of the Royal Academy in 1819, and was employed for many years by the trustees of the British Museum in engraving the Elgin Marbles after drawings by Henry Corbould (1787–1844).

His sons, John Charles Bromley and James Bromley, were also engravers. His grandson, William Bromley III, was a painter.

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Born
1769, Carisbrooke
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Also known as
I William Bromley, William A. E. Bromley, William, I Bromley, William A. E. I Bromley, Bromley
moreW. Bromley, William (I) Bromley, William I Bromley, William A.E. Bromley

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Bromley?

British engraver (1769-1842)

When was William Bromley born?

William Bromley was born in 1769 in Carisbrooke.

When did William Bromley die?

William Bromley died on 24 November 1842 in London.

What was William Bromley's occupation?

William Bromley was a painter and engraver.

What nationality was William Bromley?

William Bromley was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Bromley

· Wikidata: Q8005977

· DBpedia: William Bromley (engraver)

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