Sir John Everett Millais, Bt

Place: Southampton

Born: 1829

Death: 1896

Biography:

Early Life and Career

, a renowned English painter and illustrator, was born on June 8, 1829, in Southampton, United Kingdom. As a child prodigy, he became the youngest student to enter the Royal Academy Schools at the age of eleven. This marked the beginning of his illustrious career, which would eventually lead to his election as President of the Royal Academy in 1896.

Founding Member of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood

Millais, along with Dante Gabriel Rossetti and William Holman Hunt, founded the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, a group that reacted against the prevailing artistic ideals of the time. This avant-garde movement drew inspiration from earlier artists such as Jan van Eyck and Albrecht Dürer, who were believed to have drawn more directly from nature.

Notable Works

* Christ in the House of His Parents (1849-1850), Millais' early statement of PRB principles, was exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1850. * Ophelia (1851-1852) and A Hugenot (1852) were received more positively, paving the way for Millais' election as an associate of the Royal Academy in 1853.

Legacy and Later Works

Millais' later works, such as Paix Conclue and The Brunswicker Black, showcased his growth as an artist. His election as President of the Royal Academy in 1896 solidified his reputation as a pioneer of Pre-Raphaelite art.

• The Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood Art Movement on Wikioo.org
• Sir John Everett Millais, Bt on Wikioo.org
• Royal Academy of Arts, where Millais' work is featured in their collection.

* June 8, 1829: Born in Southampton, United Kingdom * 1840: Entered the Royal Academy Schools at the age of eleven * 1853: Elected as an associate of the Royal Academy * August 13, 1896: Passed away in London