Charles Lock Eastlake
Charles Lock Eastlake was born on November 17, 1793. See ranking, bio blurb, and everyone else born that day.
About Charles Lock Eastlake
Sir Charles Lock Eastlake (17 November 1793 – 24 December 1865) was a British painter, gallery director, collector and writer of the 19th century. After a period as keeper, he was the first director of the National Gallery. From 1850 to 1865 he served as President of the Royal Academy, succeeding Martin Archer Shee in the role.