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William Turner was a shy loner and a bit of an eccentric, but also an extremely productive artist who quickly became one of the most successful painters of landscapes and seascapes in England. Although his fame was limited to his native Britain during his lifetime, William Turner is now revered as an exceptional talent who bridged romanticism and impressionism.

About the Author

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Dr. Martina Padberg is an art historian and works as a freelance curator and writer. Her exhibitions and numerous publications are focus mainly on modern art.