Sold at Auction: Henry (1756) Raeburn

Artist Sir Henry Raeburn, born in Scotland in 1756, is a painter best known for his portraiture work. Raeburn originally apprenticed as a jeweler and goldsmith before turning his talents toward painting. While he is arguably the most recognized artist in Scottish history, Raeburn's work is also world-renowned. Notable examples of Sir Henry Raeburn's paintings include such famous pieces as The Skating Minister and The Archers.

Though he spent a few developmental years abroad, Raeburn lived most of his life in Edinburgh, where he worked and painted until his death in 1823. In his lifetime, Raeburn received countless awards and honors, including his election to the Royal Academy in London. A year before he died, Raeburn was knighted by King George IV and appointed King’s Limner in Scotland. You'll find Sir Henry Raeburn paintings and prints, along with many other artist portrait paintings for sale online at Invaluable.