Charles Altamont Doyle - Artist Info

About Charles Altamont Doyle

  • Biography

    Charles Altamont Doyle (1832-1893)

    He was the father of Sherlock Holmes author Arthur Conan Doyle, and younger brother of the artist Richard (Dickie) Doyle (1824-1883). His work typically included fairies or other fantastical themes. Afflicted by depression and alcoholism, in later life he was committed to a series of institutions.

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