Background
Edwin Austin Abbey was born in Philadelphia, Pa., Apr. 1, 1852. In 1883 Abbey settled permanently in England, later receiving a knighthood.
Edwin Austin Abbey was born in Philadelphia, Pa., Apr. 1, 1852. In 1883 Abbey settled permanently in England, later receiving a knighthood.
He returned to America frequently to execute murals, such as those in the Public Library, Boston, Mass., and the Pennsylvania State Capitol at Harrisburg.