William Rawlinson
1840–1928 (age 88)
Biography
William Rawlinson spent decades as an art historian, exploring the lives of painters and the trajectory of British and continental art. He shared his studies through lectures and essays that helped collectors, curators, and students better understand technique and provenance.
His gentle advocacy for preservation and his commitment to mentoring younger scholars shaped the appreciation of many works, and he is remembered with gratitude at Golders Green Crematorium.