Eleanor Norcross
American painter associated with landscapes
Born
June 24th, 1854
171 years ago
Died
1923
102 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1854, a painter focused on landscapes and portraiture. Studied at the Massachusetts College of Art and the Academie Julian in Paris, achieving recognition in both the United States and Europe. Contributed to several exhibitions, including the National Academy of Design and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Known for her ability to capture the beauty of nature through light and color, she also engaged in artistic circles in both America and France.
Exhibited at the National Academy of Design
Participated in the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
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