Sophia Rosamund Praeger was born in Holywood Co. Down and studied at the Slade in London under Legros where she won prizes for clay modelling. She studied in Paris before returning to Ireland setting up a studio first in Belfast then in Holywood. Her reputation was established when she first exhibited a version of the highly popular piece “The Philosopher” which she later carved in marble and of which she did several versions. She ran a very successful studio producing small plaster pieces .
She exhibited 53 pieces at the RHA between 1899 - 1944 and was elected HRHA in 1927. She served as President of the Royal Ulster Academy and is also remembered for her illustrations in children’s books.
Read more
