Sydney Prior Hall facts for kids
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Sydney Prior Hall
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| Born | 1842 |
| Died | 1922 |
| Nationality | English |
| Known for | Portrait painter, Children's Literature |
Sir Sydney Prior Hall (born October 18, 1842, died 1922) was a famous British artist. He was known for painting pictures of people. He also created drawings for books and newspapers. Sydney Hall was one of the best "reportage" artists of his time. This means he drew real events as they happened. He lived during the late Victorian period in England.
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Early Life and Education
Sydney Hall was the son of another artist, Harry Hall. His father was known for painting animals. Sydney went to school at Merchant Taylors' School. He later studied at Oxford University. While at Oxford, he decided he wanted to be an artist.
Starting His Art Career
In 1869, Sydney Hall joined The Graphic newspaper. This newspaper was famous for its drawings and pictures. He quickly became well-known for his work. He drew exciting pictures from the Franco-Prussian War. These drawings showed what was happening on the battlefield. They helped people understand the war better.
Famous Works and Illustrations
Sydney Hall's drawings were very detailed. He captured important moments in history. One of his best achievements was drawing the Parnell Commission. This was a big legal hearing. He was in the court the whole time. He used his quick drawing skills to show everything.
Illustrating Books
Besides newspaper work, Sydney Hall also drew pictures for books. He illustrated several popular stories. These included Tom Brown's School Days (1885). He also drew for Tom Brown at Oxford. Both books were written by Thomas Hughes.
Family Life
Sydney Hall married a woman named Hannah Holland. They had a son together. Their son was Henry R. H. Hall. Henry grew up to become an expert in ancient Egypt.
Gallery
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Escaped Leopard Battles with Dogs at Raglan Castle, circa 1875, by Sydney P. Hall
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Painting depicting Archbishop of Canterbury Frederick Temple's collapse in the House of Lords while delivering a speech on the Education Bill, on December 2, 1902.
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The three daughters of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, 1883
