Frederick Cayley Robinson

Frederick Cayley Robinson (1862 – 1927) was a British painter and illustrator known for his distinctive blend of Symbolism and Pre-Raphaelite influences. Cayley Robinson’s art style is characterised by its detailed and dreamlike quality, often featuring ethereal figures and allegorical themes. His technique involved the use of oil paints and watercolours, employing meticulous brushwork to create rich, layered compositions. Robinson’s work often explored themes of mysticism, spirituality, and the human condition, making him a notable figure in early 20th-century British art. He continued to paint striking Pre-Raphaelite and Victorian subjects well into the twentieth century despite this approach becoming deeply unfashionable.