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Martin Johnson Heade: 110 Paintings from the Hudson River School

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Martin Johnson Heade (1819-1904) was an American painter known for his landscapes and still lifes. He was a member of the Hudson River School, a group of artists who depicted the natural beauty of the Hudson River Valley and other parts of the United States.

Martin Johnson Heade: 110+ Hudson River School Paintings

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Heade's paintings are characterized by their luminous colors, atmospheric effects, and meticulous attention to detail. He often depicted birds and other animals in his landscapes, and his still lifes often featured flowers and fruit.

Heade's work has been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world. He is considered one of the most important American painters of the 19th century.

Biography

Martin Johnson Heade was born in Lumberville, Pennsylvania, in 1819. He studied art in Philadelphia and New York City, and he traveled extensively throughout the United States and Europe.

In the 1850s, Heade became a member of the Hudson River School. He painted many landscapes of the Hudson River Valley, as well as other parts of the United States. He also painted still lifes, often featuring flowers and fruit.

Heade's work was well-received by critics and collectors. He was elected to the National Academy of Design in 1863.

In the 1870s, Heade began to travel more frequently to Europe. He spent time in England, France, and Italy. He was influenced by the work of the Impressionists and other European artists.

Heade's later work is characterized by its looser brushwork and more vibrant colors. He continued to paint landscapes and still lifes until his death in 1904.

Legacy

Martin Johnson Heade is considered one of the most important American painters of the 19th century. His work is characterized by its luminous colors, atmospheric effects, and meticulous attention to detail.

Heade's paintings have been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world. His work is represented in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery of Art, and the Smithsonian American Art Museum.