Robert W. Salmon

Marine

Maker

Robert W. Salmon (American, 1775-ca. 1845)

Title

Marine

Year

1812-1822

Medium

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

Materials

oil paint

Supports

Dimensions

41 x 64.8 cm (16 1/8 x 25 1/2 inches)

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of the Wunsch Americana Foundation, Inc.

Object Number

1996.30

Type

Exhibition History

From the Reserve I
Paintings of Quality from the Museum's Collection
Apr 09, 1994 – Aug 03, 1994

Label copy

Based in Liverpool between 1806 and 1825, Robert Salmon developed a style strongly influenced by 17th century Dutch marine painting, with its preference for low horizons, emphasis on atmospheric effects, and crystalline lighting. Salmon moved to Boston in 1828 and quickly became New England's most distinguished marine painter. Before his return to England in 1842, he taught several American artists, most notably Fitz Hugh Lane.

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Robert W. Salmon (American, 1775-ca. 1845)
Marine, 1812-1822
oil on canvas
41 x 64.8 cm (16 1/8 x 25 1/2 inches)
Gift of the Wunsch Americana Foundation, Inc. 1996.30

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