A Visionary of the Iron Road and Impressionist Light Lionel F Tebbutt stands as a singular figure in British art history—a master of railway landscapes and a devoted advocate for the expressive potential of Impressionistic technique. Born in London in 1865, Tebbutt was shaped by an environment steeped in artistic tradition; his father, a sculptor, provided an early foundation in the nuances of form and composition. He later honed his skills at the prestigious Slade School of Fine Art, studying under the legendary Frederic Leighton. While the Beaux Arts aesthetic of his mentor offered him a r…