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Robert Lewis Reid (1862–1929) was an American artist known for his contributions to the American Impressionist movement. Born in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, Reid’s artistic journey began at a young age, leading him to…
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Biography: N.C. Wyeth
NC Wyeth (1882-1945), born Newell Convers Wyeth, is celebrated as one of America’s foremost illustrators in the early 20th century. His work is characterized by its vivid realism, vibrant color, and dramatic…
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Biography: Theodore Robinson
Theodore Robinson (1852-1896) was an American painter associated with the influential art movement known as Impressionism. Born in Irasburg, Vermont, on June 3, 1852, Robinson’s early life was marked by a deep…
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Biography: Jean-Léon Gérome
Jean-Léon Gérôme (1824-1904) was a French painter, sculptor, and academic artist who was a prominent figure in the 19th-century art world. He is best known for his meticulously detailed historical and genre…
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Biography: Gustav Stickley
Gustav Stickley (1858-1942) was an American furniture maker, designer, and a leading figure of the Arts and Crafts movement in the United States. His name is synonymous with the Craftsman style, characterized…
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The Art Bog’s Hall of Fame: Class of 2020
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Biography: Martin Johnson Heade
Martin Johnson Heade (1819-1904) was an American painter known for his contributions to American art during the 19th century. Heade’s work encompassed a variety of subjects, including landscapes, still lifes, and wildlife.…
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Edgar Allan Poe Museum
The Edgar Allan Poe Museum is a historic site located in Richmond, Virginia, dedicated to the life and works of the famous American writer Edgar Allan Poe. This museum is a significant…
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Biography: Édouard Léon Cortès
Édouard Léon Cortès (1882-1969) was a French post-impressionist artist, celebrated for his vibrant and evocative depictions of Parisian street scenes. Born on August 6, 1882, in Lagny-sur-Marne, France, into a family of…
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Biography: Max Nonnenbruch
Max Nonnenbruch (1857–1922) was a German painter associated with the Munich School, a group of artists who were active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and were influenced by the…
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Biography: Louis Welden Hawkins
Louis Welden Hawkins (1849-1910) was a British-born painter who spent the majority of his career in France, becoming a notable figure in the Symbolist movement. Born in Stuttgart, Germany, to English parents…
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Biography: Kees Van Dongen
Kees van Dongen, born Cornelis Theodorus Maria van Dongen, was a Dutch-French painter known for his significant contributions to the Fauvist movement and his iconic portraits of the Parisian elite. Here is…
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Biography: M.C. Escher
Maurits Cornelis Escher, known by his initials M.C. Escher, was a Dutch graphic artist born on June 17, 1898, in Leeuwarden, Netherlands. Escher’s intricate and mind-bending works have left an indelible mark…
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Biography: Raymond Loewy
Raymond Loewy, born on November 5, 1893, in Paris, France, was a prolific industrial designer who left an indelible mark on 20th-century design. Renowned as the “Father of Industrial Design,” Loewy’s innovative…
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Biography: Hans Dahl
Hans Dahl, born on October 19, 1849, in Hardanger, Norway, was a prominent Norwegian painter known for his contributions to the genre of Norwegian romantic nationalism. Specializing in landscape and genre scenes,…
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Biography: José Gutiérrez Solana
José Gutiérrez Solana (1886–1945), a Spanish painter and writer, left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of Spain during a period of profound societal and artistic change. Born on February 6,…
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Inspiration: “Petite Fille,” by Pierre Auguste Cot
Cot was born in Bédarieux, Hérault, and initially studied at l’Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Toulouse before going to Paris. He studied under Leon Cogniet, Alexandre Cabanel and William-Adolphe Bouguereau. In 1863 he…
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De Stijl. What was that?
Ah, De Stijl, a movement that emerged in the early 20th century like a gust of fresh wind, sweeping across the artistic landscape of Europe. Let’s go on a journey through the…
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Biography: H.R. Giger
Hans Rudolf “H.R.” Giger (1940–2014), a Swiss surrealist artist and designer, left an indelible mark on the world of contemporary art, particularly in the realm of science fiction and horror. Born on…
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Inspiration: “Isabella Stewart Gardener in Venice,” by Anders Zorn
Isabella Stewart was born in New York City on April 14, 1840, the daughter of wealthy linen-merchant David Stewart and Adelia Smith Stewart. She grew up in Manhattan. From age five to…
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Inspiration: “Femmes au Puits,” by Paul Signac
Signac experimented with various media. As well as oil paintings and watercolors he made etchings, lithographs, and many pen-and-ink sketches composed of small, laborious dots. The Neo-Impressionists influenced the next generation: Signac…
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Biography: Fernand Toussaint
Fernand Toussaint (1873-1956) was a Belgian artist known for his mastery in various forms of art, including painting, watercolor, and illustration. Born in Brussels, he was a prominent figure in the Belgian…
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Inspiration: “Her Favorite Pets,” by Sophie Gengembre Anderson
Sophie was born in Paris, the daughter of Charles Antoine Colomb Gengembre, a French architect and artist, and his English wife, Marianne Farey (1779-1883), a daughter of John Farey Sr (1766-1826) and…
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Biography: John Lavery
Sir John Lavery (1856-1941) was an Irish painter best known for his portraits and wartime depictions, as well as his role in documenting the early 20th century’s significant political and social events.…
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Cheesequake State Park
Cheesequake State Park is a popular state park located in Middlesex County, New Jersey, USA. It is known for its natural beauty, diverse ecosystems, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Here are some key…
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Inspiration: “The Ivory Fan,” by Frank Dicksee
Sir Francis Bernard Dicksee (London 27 November 1853 – 17 October 1928) was an English Victorian painter and illustrator, best known for his pictures of dramatic literary, historical, and legendary scenes. He…