Richard Payne Knight

Politician

1750 – 1824

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Who was Richard Payne Knight?

Richard Payne Knight was a classical scholar, connoisseur, archaeologist and numismatist best known for his theories of picturesque beauty and for his interest in ancient phallic imagery.

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Born
Feb 15, 1750
United Kingdom
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Apr 23, 1824

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on July 23, 2013

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