George Wilson

George Wilson was a printmaker active during a focused six-year period between 1795 and 1801. Though detailed biographical information remains scarce, the artist is documented through a small body of surviving prints reflecting social observation and literary adaptation typical of the late Georgian era.

Eight of George Wilson’s historical prints are represented in museum collections, establishing the artist's output and scope. The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds several examples of his work. Wilson frequently engaged with contemporary social dynamics, often using literary structures as a framework for satire or commentary. This is evident in major works such as the thematic studies Shakespeare's Seven Ages and the related companion piece The Female Seven Ages. Other significant titles include The Ladies Bill of Fare, or, a Copious Collection of Beaux and The Lady's Adviser.

The documentation of these historical George Wilson prints provides insight into British publishing and social history at the turn of the nineteenth century. Prints from this period are increasingly accessible; those preserved in institutions often enter the public domain, allowing for access to high-quality prints for study and preservation.