John Steuart Curry (1897 - 1946)

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John Steuart Curry

John Steuart Curry was an American artist, celebrated for his role in the Regionalist art movement. Born in Dunavant, Kansas, Curry captured the raw and tumultuous aspects of rural American life through his paintings. His works often depicted dramatic scenes of Kansas, including tornadoes, prairie fires, and other challenging aspects of rural existence, reflecting both his admiration and critique of the land​​.

Curry's significant contribution to American art is evident in his murals, particularly "Tragic Prelude," housed in the Kansas State Capitol. This mural portrays John Brown amidst the violent conflicts of the Civil War, encapsulating the tensions within American identity and history. Despite its controversy, especially concerning its portrayal of Brown and Kansas, this work remains pivotal in understanding the nation's past.

He studied at prestigious institutions such as the Art Institute of Chicago and later moved between New York, Paris, and Connecticut, contributing to his eclectic style. Curry’s journey as an artist was marked by a transition from commercial illustration to a focus on creating paintings that resonate with everyday Americans, which he believed should be the essence of art​.

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Date and place of birt:14 november 1897, Dunavant, USA
Date and place of death:29 august 1946, Madison, USA
Nationality:USA
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Graphic artist, Illustrator, Painter, Posterist
Genre:Genre art
Art style:Modern art, Realism, Regionalism
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