Background
LEIGHTON, John was born on September 22, 1822 in London.
LEIGHTON, John was born on September 22, 1822 in London.
Under Mr. Howard, R.A. With Roger Fenton founded the Photographic Society.
Member of Copyright Committee, Society of Arts, 1858-1859. Has lectured on many subjects and travelled extensively. Has illustrated many books. F.Z.8.; artist; one of the original proprietors of The Graphic; a founder and vice-pres. of the Ex Libris Society.
Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries.