English, 1752–1797
John Robert Cozens was an English landscape painter and draughtsman, known for his atmospheric watercolors and depictions of the English countryside. He is considered one of the key figures in the development of Romantic landscape painting in the late 18th century. Cozens was born in 1752 in London, the son of the painter and engraver John Cozens. He received his artistic training under his father and later studied at the Royal Academy. Cozens traveled extensively in Italy and Switzerland, which greatly influenced his work. His major works include 'The Vale of Tiber' and 'A View of the Lake of Geneva.' Cozens' style is characterized by his innovative use of color and light, often creating a sense of mood and atmosphere. His contributions to landscape painting have had a lasting impact on subsequent generations of artists.
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