Eleanor Norcross

American painter associated with landscapes

Eleanor Norcross - Artists & Creatives born June 24th, 1854
Born
Died

1923
103 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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