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Early American Art

Discover the legacy of Early American Art and Neoclassical Architecture influenced by Greek and Roman styles. Learn about renowned artists like John James Audobon, Thomas Cole, George Caitlin, and Matthew Brady, who captured the essence of wildlife, landscapes, and historical events. Dive into their unique styles, from ornate Neoclassical architecture to vivid wildlife illustrations and stunning landscape paintings. Uncover the fascinating stories behind their masterpieces and contributions to American art history.

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Early American Art

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  1. Early American Art • Neoclassical Architecture • John James Audobon • Thomas Cole • George Caitlin • Matthew Brady

  2. Neoclassical Architecture • Means “new” classical, and refers to architecture that is inspired by the classical architecture of ancient Greece and Rome. • Symmetrical Shape • Tall columns • Triangular pediments • Domed roof

  3. Classical vs. Neoclassical

  4. John James Audobon • Wildlife and bird artist. • Influenced by natural beauty of native animals. • Wrote and illustrated, “Birds of America”, and “The American Woodsman”.

  5. Thomas Cole • European that moved to New York. • Famous for painting landscapes. • Influenced from European movement called Romanticism. • Was a member of the Hudson River School.

  6. Thomas Cole Ruined Tower Thomas Cole (1801-1848)Oil on composition board, c. 1832-36AIHA Collection

  7. George Caitlin • Set out to paint every group of Native Americans. • Gave up his job as a lawyer to paint. • Congress rejected his paintings but Europe treasured the rarity of the artwork.

  8. George Caitlin

  9. Matthew Brady • 19th Century photographer that captured images from Civil War. • Traveled with the Union. • Recorded the lives, deaths, and battles of soldiers.

  10. Matthew Brady

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