William Frederick Witherington
1785–1865 (age 80)
Biography
Born in 1785, William Frederick Witherington became known as a painter of serene landscapes and coastal scenes, exhibiting regularly at the Royal Academy and earning praise for his luminous skies and gentle handling of light.
He shared his craft with fellow artists and patrons, keeping a thoughtful presence in London’s artistic circles and leaving behind works that continue to speak of a quiet devotion to the English countryside, a legacy remembered at Highgate Cemetery.