Leighton was the most influential Victorian classical painter. He was President of the Royal Academy from 1878 until his death in 1896. His early work showed the influence of the Pre-Raphaelites and his subjects were inspired by writers including the medieval Italian poet Dante (1265 - 1321) and the playwright William Shakespeare (1564 - 1616). Leighton also studied in Paris which later encouraged him to work in a more classical style.

This charming picture shows a young woman curled up in the corner of the garden. She and the cat beside her have found a little sunny patch to keep warm. No further narrative is given and there is no suggestion of the woman’s identity.

A Sunny Corner | National Museums Liverpool

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Leighton was the most influential Victorian classical painter. He was President of the Royal Academy from 1878 until his death in 1896. His early work showed the influence of the Pre-Raphaelites and his subjects were inspired by writers including the medieval Italian poet Dante (1265 - 1321) and the playwright William Shakespeare (1564 - 1616). Leighton also studied in Paris which later encouraged him to work in a more classical style. This charming picture shows a young woman curled up in the corner of the garden. She and the cat beside her have found a little sunny patch to keep warm. No further narrative is given and there is no suggestion of the woman’s identity.

A Sunny Corner

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