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James Sillett
Early Life and Artistic Beginnings James Sillett, born in Norwich in May of 1764, emerged from a milieu steeped in provincial artistic tradition. His father, also named James Sillett, was an heraldic painter—a profession that initially shaped the young artist’s hand and eye. This early apprenticeship instilled a meticulous attention to detail and a foundational understanding of draftsmanship, qualities that would become hallmarks of hi
s mature style. Norwich at this time was not merely a regional center but a burgeoning hub for artistic innovation, foreshadowing the rise of the celebrated Norwich School of painters. While contemporaries like John Crome and John Ninham also began their careers in heraldry, Sillett’s path soon diverged, leading him towards London and a broader exploration of artistic possibilities. The move to London proved pivotal. Employed as a cop…
