Marion Harry Alexander Spielmann (1858–1948) was a prolific English art critic, scholar, and editor who played a significant role in the late Victorian art world. Born in London, Spielmann dedicated his career to art journalism and historical scholarship, establishing himself as a leading authority on contemporary and historical British art. He is particularly remembered for his editorial leadership of major art periodicals, including The Magazine of Art and The Connoisseur, through which he influenced public taste and artistic discourse.
Throughout his career, Spielmann produced a voluminous body of work that ranged from institutional histories to artist biographies. He authored a definitive history of the satirical weekly Punch and penned the very first biography of the celebrated Pre-Raphaelite painter John Everett Millais. In addition to his work on Victorian art, Spielmann conducted a highly detailed investigation into the historical evidence and authenticity of various portraits of William Shakespeare, demonstrating his versatile scholarly interests.
