Frederic George Stephens

Born on October 10, 1827, Frederic George Stephens was a British art critic and painter closely linked with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. He is often remembered as one of the movement's two "non-artistic" members, though he did paint in his early years and was part of its formative circle.

Over time, Stephens built his reputation mainly through writing. He became an important Victorian art critic, helping shape public discussion of painting and artists through journalism rather than through a large body of surviving artwork.

He died on March 9, 1907. Today, he is especially interesting for readers who want to understand the wider world around the Pre-Raphaelites: not just the famous painters, but also the critics, friends, and supporters who helped define the movement.