Samuel Walters: A Master of Victorian Maritime Painting Samuel Walters (1811 – 1882) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of British art, particularly renowned for his evocative and meticulously detailed depictions of maritime life during the Victorian era. Born into a family deeply rooted in shipbuilding and artistry—his father, Miles Walters, was himself a respected marine artist—Walters’ artistic journey began within this rich…