Marian Collier (painter) facts for kids
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Marian "Mady" Collier (born Marian Huxley; 1859–1887) was a talented British painter from the 1800s. She is often linked to the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, a group of artists who liked detailed and colorful art.
About Marian Collier
Her Early Life and Education
Marian Huxley was born in London in 1859. Her father was Thomas Henry Huxley, a famous scientist. Her mother was Henrietta Anne Heathorn. Marian grew up with seven brothers and sisters. One of her brothers was Leonard Huxley, who became a writer.
Marian loved art and decided to study painting. She went to the Slade School of Fine Art in London. This was a well-known art school.
Her Art and Family Life
Marian's paintings were good enough to be shown in important places. Her artwork was displayed at the Royal Academy of Arts. It was also shown at the Grosvenor Gallery. These were big achievements for an artist at that time.
In 1879, Marian Huxley married John Collier. He was also a painter and writer. Like Marian, John had studied at the Slade School. In 1884, Marian and John had their only child, a daughter named Joyce.
After Joyce was born, Marian became very unwell. She struggled with her health. In November 1887, she traveled to Paris for treatment. Sadly, she caught pneumonia and passed away in December 1887.
Her Legacy
After Marian died, her husband John Collier married her younger sister, Emma Huxley. This happened in 1889 in Norway.
Today, you can still see Marian Collier's artwork. Some of her paintings are kept in museum collections. You can find her work at the National Portrait Gallery in London. The Science Museum in London also has some of her art.
