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Sir John Tenniel (/ ˈ t ɛ n i ə l /; 28 February 1820 – 25 February 1914) was an English illustrator, graphic humourist and political cartoonist prominent in the second half of the 19th century. An alumnus of the Royal Academy of Arts in London, he was knighted for artistic achievements in 1893, the first such honour ever bestowed on an ...
- 25 February 1914 (aged 93), London, England
- 28 February 1820, London, England
- British
- Illustration, children's literature, political cartoons
Apr 11, 2024 · Sir John Tenniel (born February 28, 1820, London, England—died February 25, 1914, London) was an English illustrator and satirical artist, especially known for his work in Punch and his illustrations for Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (1865) and Through the Looking-Glass (1872).
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Learn about the life and work of John Tenniel, the Victorian artist who illustrated Lewis Carroll's 'Alice' books and was a renowned political cartoonist for Punch magazine. Explore his artistic style, influences, commissions and legacy at the V&A.
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Learn about the life, work, and collaboration of John Tenniel, the illustrator of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass. Discover how Carroll influenced and approved Tenniel's drawings, and how Tenniel added his own touches to the books.
John Tenniel, one of the most recognizable Victorian illustrators, was born in London on February 28, 1820. The son of a dancer and a fencing instructor, Tenniel briefly attended the British Royal Academy before he began exhibiting his artwork. At the age of sixteen, he exhibited his first oil painting at the Society of British Artists, an ...
Jul 26, 2020 · Learn about the life and work of Sir John Tenniel, the prolific illustrator who created the iconic characters for Lewis Carroll's classic books. Discover how he became a political cartoonist, a knight, and a blind painter.
Learn about Sir John Tenniel, an English illustrator and cartoonist who created the iconic images of Alice in Wonderland. See his biography, artworks and Wikipedia entry on Tate's website.
