William Glackens

American painter of genre scenes

William Glackens - American painter of genre scenes
Born

March 13th, 1870
155 years ago

Died

May 22nd, 1938
86 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An American painter and illustrator, contributed significantly to the Ashcan School movement, emphasizing realistic depictions of urban life. Glackens studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and developed a distinctive style that blended Impressionism with a focus on everyday scenes. His work often highlighted the vibrancy of city life and community activities. Glackens was also a successful commercial illustrator, which helped him gain financial stability and artistic recognition. Throughout his career, he exhibited widely, providing influential insights into American art in the early 20th century.

Painted 'The Armory Show'

Illustrated for 'The New York Times'

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