Which painting by Edmund Leighton did William Lever purchase in 1893?
The New Frock
Bubbles
The Accolade
God Speed
Answer
In 1893, William Lever purchased the painting "God Speed" by Edmund Leighton. This marked the beginning of his art collection, which he used to promote his soap products and compete with rival soap company A & F Pears.
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