March Fine Classic Sale
Lot 290:
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Jean Leon Gerome Ferris 19th Century Signed Oil On Canvas Painting
Jean Leon Gerome Ferris was an American painter who made significant contributions to the depiction of American history through art. In the nineteenth century, the tradition of genre painting, which included historical figures and incidents, was quite prevalent in the United States, and Ferris continued this tradition into the twentieth century with great popularity. His major work, "The Pageant of a Nation, " is a testament to this tradition’s strength and the appeal of such historical series.
Ferris studied at the Pennsylvania Academy and was influenced by the political, cultural, and patriotic climate of the Victorian era. His European education involved studying with notable artists like Adolphe Bouguereau and was privately tutored by Jean Leon Gerome, after whom he was named. His artistic style was primarily based on the juste milieu, popular in France during the 1880s. Notably, Ferris’ style matured but did not significantly change over his career.
He devoted his life to creating historically accurate paintings, prioritizing historical accuracy and humanistic portrayal over avant-garde movements. His works were exhibited at Congress Hall in Philadelphia from 1916 to 1931, and he also worked for book and magazine publishers. Ferris’ dedication to painting historical events from a humanistic perspective has left an enduring legacy in American art history
Frame: 22 7/8 x 18.4 x 3 1/8 in. (58.1 x 46.8 x 7.9 cm.), Art: 14 x 10 in. (35.6 x 25.4 cm.)
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Condition: nice
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