Joseph Severn

Joseph Severn was an English painter and poet, known for his association with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and his close friendship with the poet John Keats. He was born on 7th April 1793 in London, England, and studied at the Royal Academy Schools. Severn's early career was marked by his work as a portrait painter, but he later gained recognition for his historical and literary subjects. He spent several years in Italy, where he painted notable works such as 'The Death of Sappho' and 'The Last of the Romans'. Severn's style is characterized by its romanticism and attention to detail, often reflecting themes of beauty and mortality. He died on 3rd January 1879 in Rome, Italy, leaving behind a legacy as a significant figure in 19th-century British art.