Paul G. (Paul George) Konody

Born on July 30, 1872, Paul George Konody was a Hungarian-born writer who became a prominent art critic and historian in London. He wrote for several London newspapers and produced books and articles on artists and art collections, with a particular focus on the Renaissance.

Konody earned a reputation as a knowledgeable judge of paintings and was especially noted for his opinions on attribution and authenticity. His work placed him in the middle of debates about important artworks, and he was respected as a specialist in Renaissance art.

He died on November 30, 1933. Remembered for combining journalism with serious art scholarship, he helped bring expert discussion of European painting to a broader reading public.