John Hanson Walker (1844 – 1933): A Painter of Rural England’s Soul John Hanson Walker (1844 – 1933) emerged as a prominent figure in British landscape painting during the late Victorian era, leaving behind a legacy characterized by meticulous observation and an ability to capture the essence of rural English scenery. Born in Cheshire, Walker's artistic journey began with formative influences from his father, George Fleming Leicester, who instilled in him a passion for botany and scientific accuracy – values that would permeate Walker’s oeuvre. While biographical details remain somewhat spar…