Emanuel Leutze

German-American painter of historical scenes

Emanuel Leutze - German-American painter of historical scenes
Born

May 24th, 1816
209 years ago

Died

1868
157 years ago — 52 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in Germany and later moving to America, created significant works that depicted pivotal moments in American history. Best recognized for the painting 'Washington Crossing the Delaware', which captures George Washington leading his troops during the Revolutionary War. Leutze's work reflects a blend of European artistic traditions and American themes, contributing to the art of the 19th century.

Created 'Washington Crossing the Delaware'

Painted 'Westward the Course of Empire Takes Its Way'

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