Martin Johnson Heade (1819 - 1904)
1819-08-11Lumberville, USA1904-09-04Saint Augustine, USAUSA
Martin Johnson Heade
Martin Johnson Heade was an American painter known for his salt marsh landscapes, seascapes, and depictions of tropical birds (such as hummingbirds), as well as lotus blossoms and other still lifes. His painting style and subject matter, while derived from the romanticism of the time, are regarded by art historians as a significant departure from those of his peers.
Date and place of birt: | 11 august 1819, Lumberville, USA |
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Date and place of death: | 4 september 1904, Saint Augustine, USA |
Nationality: | USA |
Period of activity: | XIX, XX century |
Specialization: | Artist, Painter |
Art school / group: | Hudson River School |
Genre: | Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life |
Art style: | American Realism, Realism, Naturalism |