John West Giles

John West Giles

John West Giles (fl. 1830 – 1865)[1] was a British painter, engraver and lithographer with works covering subjects such as sporting, animal, landscapes topographical views and military costumes,[1] either made after his owns works or those of contemporary artists. He may have been the brother of Scottish painter James William Giles,[2] as both artists shared the same address in Aberdeen in 1830, from which they sent works for exhibition at the Royal Academy.[3] From 1844, Giles exhibited from London addresses.[3]

J. W. Giles exhibited at the Royal Academy between 1830 and 1848,[1] as well as exhibiting five works at the British Institution.[3][1]

  1. ^ a b c d "John West Giles". The British Museum. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
  2. ^ "Explore: John West Giles". Government Art Collection. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
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