Elizabeth Thompson (Lady Butler)

1846–1933 · Realism & Academic

Biography

Elizabeth Thompson, Lady Butler (1846–1933), was one of the most famous British painters of military scenes. In 1874 she narrowly missed becoming the first woman elected to the Royal Academy.

Paintings in this gallery (1)

Scotland Forever!

Elizabeth Thompson (Lady Butler) · 1881

Famous works elsewhere

The 28th Regiment at Quatre Bras 1875
Remnants of an Army 1879
The Roll Call 1876
The Defence of Rorke's Drift 1880
Floreat Etona! 1882
Return From Inkerman 1877