What role did John Ruskin play in Millais's career?
He was Millais's mentor
He was Millais's rival
He supported Millais's early work
He criticised Millais's later work
Answer
John Ruskin was a leading art critic in Victorian England, and he was an early supporter of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Millais was a member of the Brotherhood, and Ruskin was impressed by his work. He wrote a positive review of Millais's painting Christ in the House of His Parents, and this helped to bring Millais to the attention of the public.
Brushstrokes and Masterpieces: Unraveling the Artistry of John Everett Millais
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