Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema

Born Lourens Alma Tadema in the Netherlands in 1836, Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema would become one of the most celebrated Victorian painters, known for his lavish depictions of classical antiquity. His journey began with an unexpected turn; intended for a law career, a physical and mental breakdown at age fifteen led to a diagnosis of consumption and a recommendation to spend his remaining days at leisure. This freedom allowed him to pursue drawing and painting, leading to a mir…