William Small
(1843 - 1929) British watercolorist and illustrator
About William Small
Lived 1843 – 1929 (aged 86). William Small was a British painter, watercolorist, draftsperson, illustrator and lithographer.
William Small (27 May 1843 – 1929) was a Scottish illustrator and artist. His works are held by art galleries in Leicester, Liverpool, London and Manchester and his illustrations in noted periodicals including: Once a week, Good Words, The Graphic and Harpers. The Metropolitan Museum of Art describes him as being considered the most successful illustrator of his time. His style is typically Victorian, and sometimes connected with the Idyllic school.
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Who was William Small?
(1843 - 1929) British watercolorist and illustrator (1843–1929)
When was William Small born?
William Small was born on 27 May 1843 in Edinburgh.
When did William Small die?
William Small died on 23 December 1929 in Worcester.
What was William Small's occupation?
William Small was a painter, watercolorist, draftsperson, illustrator and lithographer.
What nationality was William Small?
William Small was British.
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· DBpedia: William Small (artist)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Small. https://biography.guide/william-small-painter/
MLA: "William Small." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-small-painter/.
Chicago: "William Small." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-small-painter/.
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