Thomas Daniell RA (1749 – 19 March 1840) was a famous English painter known for his beautiful landscapes and pictures of India. Born in Surrey, England, to an innkeeper, Daniell faced some struggles at the beginning of his career despite showing his artworks at the Royal Academy in London.

In 1785, he went on a big adventure to India, along with his nephew William. For seven years, they traveled across India, drawing and painting scenes of its people, customs, and stunning landscapes. When they returned to England, Daniell and his nephew turned their drawings into a big collection called Oriental Scenery. This collection, published in six parts from 1795 to 1808, became very popular and showed the beauty of India through 140 prints.

They also made special prints of Calcutta, titled Views of Calcutta, highlighting the city's unique features. Thomas Daniell's art is remembered as a great way of bringing different cultures together, capturing the beauty and spirit of India in a way that people still appreciate today.