Sir David Wilkie

NovSir David Wilkie was born on November 18, 1785, in Fife, Scotland.¹

In 1799, his father reluctantly agreed to his becoming a painter.¹

Sir David Wilkie began painting 'Pitlessie Fair' in 1804.¹

MarSir David Wilkie moved to London in the spring of 1805 and began studying at the Royal Academy.¹

Sir David Wilkie's 'The Village Politicians' was exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1806.¹

Sir David Wilkie's 'The Blind Fiddler' was commissioned in 1807.¹

JunSir David Wilkie died at sea off Gibraltar on June 1, 1841.¹