John Leech

Cartoonist

Birthday August 29, 1817

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Oct 29, 1864 (47)

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About

Famous London-born illustrator. He is perhaps most remembered for penning Pickwick Papers, a hugely popular cartoon of the 1800s.

Before Fame

He was discovered by sculptor John Flaxman when he was just three years old.

Trivia

He was known throughout his community for his keen eye to detail and hard work.

Family Life

His father was the landlord of a coffee house.

Associated With

He designed and illustrated four different plates to commemorate A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.