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Edward William J. Savage

1761 - 1817

Quick Facts

  • Works on APS: 13
  • Top 3 works:
    • George Washington and Family
    • Congress Voting Independence
  • Also known as:
    • Edward Savage
    • Savage
  • Died: 1817
  • Art period: Early Modern
  • Nationality: United States of America
  • Lifespan: 56 years

early life and career

edward william j. savage was an american portrait painter and engraver, born in princeton, massachusetts, in 1761. initially, he worked as a goldsmith and practiced engraving, but his true passion lay in painting. despite having no formal training in painting, savage gained prominence in 1790 through his portrait of george washington, intended as a gift to harvard university.

artistic training and influences

in 1791, savage visited london, where he studied under the renowned artist benjamin west. this experience had a significant impact on his artistic style, as evident in his later works. he also traveled to italy, further broadening his artistic horizons.

notable works and contributions

one of savage's most notable works is the large portrait group, the washington family, which portrays president george washington, first lady martha washington, two of her grandchildren, and an enslaved servant. this painting is now part of the collection at the national gallery of art in washington, d.c.

awards and recognition

savage's work has been recognized and appreciated by art enthusiasts and collectors. his portrait of george washington is a testament to his skill and craftsmanship. to learn more about savage's artwork, visit the ArtsDot.com page dedicated to his biography and artworks.

legacy and impact on american art

savage's contributions to american art are significant, and his work continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts. his use of engraving and portrait painting techniques has influenced many artists, including those who have studied his works at the national gallery of art. to explore more about american art and artists, visit the ArtsDot.com page featuring a wide range of artworks.
  • portrait painting: savage's portraits are characterized by their attention to detail and realism.
  • engraving: savage's engraving skills were honed during his apprenticeship with a boston line engraver.
  • american art: savage's contributions to american art are significant, and his work continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts.
to learn more about edward william j. savage and his artworks, visit the ArtsDot.com page dedicated to his biography and artworks. for a deeper understanding of american art and its history, explore the wikipedia category on american art.

Questions & Answers

Where can I see the color profile of Edward William J. Savage's work?

Edward William J. Savage's use of color across the works listed on this website can be studied on the artist's Palette Genome page.

Is there a timeline of Edward William J. Savage's works?

Edward William J. Savage's artworks can be seen in chronological order on the artist's Artwork Timeline page.

What moods do Edward William J. Savage's artworks express?

The Mood Room of Edward William J. Savage is a page that arranges the artist's artworks by mood.

Where can I find statistics about Edward William J. Savage's works?

Statistics about Edward William J. Savage's works are available on the artist's Stats page.

Can I explore Edward William J. Savage's works by keyword?

To find works by Edward William J. Savage on a specific theme, use the artist's By Keywords page, which groups the artworks by keyword.

Where is Edward William J. Savage from?

Edward William J. Savage was born in United States of America.

Where can I see Edward William J. Savage's artworks in a 3D gallery?

Edward William J. Savage's artworks can be seen in a 3D gallery on the artist's 3D Museum page.

In which historical period did Edward William J. Savage work?

Edward William J. Savage worked in the Early-Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

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