Benjamin WestAmerican, 1738–1820Study for "The Angels Appearing to the Shepherds"
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Where is “Study for "The Angels Appearing to the Shepherds"” now? Collection: Victoria and Albert Museum, London. Not on view at present. Checked September 25, 2026.
London, United Kingdom
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- 1762-1871
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In the life of Benjamin West
The whole life1772
Historical painter to the court
George III appoints West historical painter to the court at an annual fee of £1,000; he holds the post until 1801.
1772
Son born: Benjamin West, Jr.
1772
Benjamin Franklin becomes godfather of West's son
Benjamin Franklin, a close friend of West, whose portrait he painted, becomes godfather of his second son, Benjamin, born in 1772.
1775
American Revolution: West stays neutral
When the American Revolution breaks out, West remains ambivalent and speaks out neither for nor against the war in his land of birth.
1776
Death of his father, John West
West's father, John West (1690–1776), dies — an innkeeper who kept the Square Tavern in Newtown Square, still standing today.
