English, 1857–1918
William Stott of Oldham was an English painter known for his contributions to the Impressionist movement in Britain. He was born on 18th July 1857 in Oldham, England, and died on 24th January 1918. Stott studied at the Manchester School of Art and later at the Académie Julian in Paris, where he was influenced by the works of the French Impressionists. His career included exhibitions at the Royal Academy and the New English Art Club, where he gained recognition for his landscape and genre paintings. Major works include 'The Hayfield' and 'A Summer's Evening'. Stott's style is characterized by a focus on light and color, often capturing rural scenes and everyday life. He is significant for bringing Impressionist techniques to the British art scene, influencing future generations of artists.
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