1807 - 1874

Quick facts

  • Nationality: United Kingdom
  • Museums on this site: Art Gallery of New South Wales
  • Also known as:
    • Carlo Coleman
    • C. Coleman
    • Чарльз Коулмэн
  • Top 3 works: St Peters at sunset from the Doria Pamphili ...
  • Top-ranked work: St Peters at sunset from the Doria Pamphili ...
  • Lifespan: 67 years

A Life in Rome

Born in Pontefract, United Kingdom, Charles Coleman was a British painter who specialized in landscapes and animals. He first traveled to Rome in 1831 to study the works of Raphael and Michelangelo, eventually becoming a permanent resident of the city in 1835. During his time in Rome, he married Fortunata Segadori, a well-known Roman model. The couple had eight children, including two sons, Enrico and Francesco, both of whom were also painters. Coleman established a studio at 33 via Margutta, potentially to accommodate his sons' artistic pursuits.

Coleman was a proponent of observing nature directly, holding a dismissive view toward academic teaching. His artistic legacy includes:

He is recognized as the founder of the Campagna Romana school of painting in Italy and was an influence on the painter Nino Costa. Coleman died in Rome in 1874.

Spørsmål og svar

Hvordan finner jeg verk av Charles Coleman innenfor et spesifikt tema?

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Hvilke andre navn er Charles Coleman kjent under?

Charles Coleman er også kjent under navnene Carlo Coleman, C. Coleman, Чарльз Коулмэн.

Hvor mange kunstverk av Charles Coleman er tilgjengelige å bla gjennom?

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I hvilken historisk periode arbeidet Charles Coleman?

Charles Coleman var virksom i perioden 19th Century. Denne perioden plasserer kunstnerens virke i en historisk kontekst.

Quick quiz

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In which city did Charles Coleman become a permanent resident in 1835?
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What was Charles Coleman's primary occupation?
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Who was Charles Coleman's wife, a famous Roman model?
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Which school of painting in Italy is Charles Coleman considered the founder of?
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Where was Charles Coleman born?