WESTNACOTT, Sir Rienann, It, A., an eminent sculptor, the son of Richard West macott, also a sculptor in his day of some little note, was b. in London in 1775. His pr.edilection for art was early manifested, and was carefully cherished by his father. He received as a youth the best education which London could then furnish, and in 1793 be proceeded to filmic to complete his studies. Here be became in some sort a pupil of the celebrated Canova, who showed him much kindness and attention. His progress was rapid, and' he distinguished himself by carrying off the highest prizes offered to the competition of the rising geniuses of the day, in particular a gold medal given by the pope. In 1707, having, meantime, in recognition of his talent and promise, been elected a member of the academy of Florence, he returned to London, where, shortly after, lie was married to a daughter of a Dr. Wilkinson, then of sonic medical celebrity. His success in his art was not for a moment donbtful,"and very soon he found himself in full employment. In 1805 he was elected an associate of the royal academy; in
1816 be was advanced to the full dignity of academician ; and in 1835 the university of Oxford recognized his eminence by conferring upon him the honorary degree Two years afterward, the honor of knighthood was bestowed upon him. Previously in 1827, he had succeeded Flaxman as professor of sculpture at the academy, in which capacity he continued to officiate till his death, which took place on Sept. 1, 1S56. The works of sir Richard West-macott by which he is chiefly known arc public monumental statues, in some of which lie had much success. Of these it may suffice to mention his statues in Westminster abbey of Pitt. Fox, Percival, and Addison, with the monu ments to sir Ralph Abereromby and lord Collingwood in St. Paul's cathedral. Many of his works in the antique classical manner are also of exquisite beauty and finish.