John Webber RA (1751 - 1793)

John Webber RA (1751 - 1793)

RA Collection: People and Organisations

Official artist for Captain Cook’s third voyage, 1776-1779.

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Royal Academician

Born: 6 October 1751 in London, England, United Kingdom

Died: 29 April 1793

Nationality: British

RA Schools student from 8 April 1775

Elected ARA: 7 November 1785

Elected RA: 10 February 1791

Gender: Male

Preferred media: Painting, Printmaking, and Etching

Works by John Webber in the RA Collection

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John Webber RA

A View in Otaheipeha Bay in the Island of Otahaite, 1791

Oil on canvas

Works after John Webber in the RA Collection

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After Philippe Jacques de Loutherbourg RA and After John Webber RA

The Apotheosis of Captain Cook, 20 January 1794

Line-engraving

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Christie's (London)

A catalogue of the genuine and valuable collection of drawings and prints, a few pictures, books, &c. late the property of the ingenious Mr. John Webber, R. A. : well known for his accurate designs, made during Capt. Cook's last voyage ... Which will be sold by auction by Mr. Christie, at his Great Room, Pall Mall, On Friday, June 14th, 1793, and following day, at twelve o'clock. - [London]

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