1832 - 1880

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  • Museums on this site: Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
  • Top-ranked work: Alpine Climbers
  • Works on this site: 3
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Born: 1832, Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Nationality: United Kingdom

The Life and Travels of Elijah Walton

Born in Birmingham, United Kingdom, Elijah Walton was a painter and botanist who dedicated much of his life to the study of nature. After studying at the art academy in Birmingham, he became a student at the Royal Academy Schools in London at the age of eighteen. His career was marked by extensive travels; in 1860, he traveled to Switzerland, and later journeyed to Egypt, Syria, and Constantinople. He also visited Greece and Norway. His life was deeply connected to his art, and he worked in both oils and watercolours, finding particular success with the latter. He resided in Staines and later in the neighbourhood of Bromsgrove, living most of his time at the Forelands. He died at his residence, Beacon Farm, Lickey, near Bromsgrove in Worcestershire.

Artistic Focus and Notable Works

Walton was highly regarded for his ability to render rock structure and mountain form, showing a particular talent for atmospheric effects, such as sunsets on the Nile or Alpine peaks breaking through mists. His work often focused on mountain scenery. Some of his notable works include:

In addition to his paintings, he authored several illustrated works, including The Camel: its Anatomy, Proportions, and Paces (1865), Clouds and their Combinations (1869), and Peaks in Pen and Pencil (1872).

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Kort quiz

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Spørgsmål 1:
In which city was Elijah Walton born?
Spørgsmål 2:
Which medium was Walton more successful with?
Spørgsmål 3:
Where did Walton go in 1860 immediately after his marriage?
Spørgsmål 4:
Which of these works was authored by Walton in 1869?
Spørgsmål 5:
What was the primary subject matter Walton was known for?