Henry Tanworth Wells
Henry Tanworth Wells | |
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Self-portrait, 1899 | |
| Born | 14 December 1828 Marylebone, London, England |
| Died | 16 January 1903 (aged 74) Kensington, London, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Education | drawing, painting |
| Known for | painting |
| Notable work | Victoria Regina |
| Movement | Academic |
| Elected | Royal Academy |
Henry Tanworth Wells RA (14 December 1828 – 16 January 1903) was an English miniature and portrait painter. He was a member of the Pre-Raphaelite circle though he painted in the academic style.
His most popular painting was Victoria Regina, showing the young Queen Victoria receiving the news of her accession to the throne.