John Singleton Copley
American painter of historical subjects
Born
July 3rd, 1738
287 years ago
Died
September 9th, 1815
210 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1738, a prominent American painter, specialized in portraiture and historical themes. Achieved recognition for works that depicted prominent colonial figures and events. Studied and mastered techniques of European masters while developing a distinct American style. Emigrated to England in 1774 to escape the political climate, continuing to create significant works that influenced the art community. Often associated with the Boston art scene and his portraits served to document the early American identity.
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Portrait of Samuel Adams
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