Frederic Edwin Church
American painter famous for landscape art
Born
May 4th, 1826
199 years ago
Died
1900
125 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the Hudson River School, this painter specialized in large-scale landscape paintings that emphasized the beauty of nature. His works often featured dramatic lighting and detailed depictions of exotic locales. The artist studied under Thomas Cole and adopted a similar style that combined realism with romanticism. Major works include 'The Heart of the Andes' and 'Cotopaxi', which showcased a mastery of color and composition. His artwork was instrumental in promoting American landscape painting in the mid-19th century.
Created 'The Heart of the Andes' in 1859
Completed 'Cotopaxi' in 1862
Contributed to the Hudson River School movement
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