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The painting A Reading by Thomas Wilmer Dewing is a beautiful example of American art from the late 19th century. Created in 1897, this oil on canvas piece measures 20 1/4 x 30 1/4 in. and is currently housed at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. The painting depicts two women sitting at a table, engaged in conversation or reading, surrounded by elegant furnishings and a vase of flowers.

The Artist and His Style

Thomas Wilmer Dewing was an American painter known for his portraits and figurative works. His style is characterized by soft colors, delicate brushstrokes, and a focus on capturing the subtleties of human emotion. In A Reading, Dewing's use of light and shadow creates a sense of intimacy and warmth, drawing the viewer into the quiet moment shared by the two women.

Similar Paintings and Artists

Other paintings that explore similar themes of domesticity and femininity can be found on ArtsDot.com, such as The Things That Are Caesar's by Claude Buck and Illustration: Alice Reading by Lucie Ritter Marcus. These works showcase the talent of American artists in capturing the nuances of everyday life and the beauty of the human experience.

Ernest Clifford Peixotto's Oriskany is another example of American art from the same period, available on ArtsDot.com.
The Smithsonian American Art Museum also features works by other notable American artists, including Ivan Kuzmich Makarov and Claude Buck.

Handmade oil painting reproductions of A Reading and other famous artworks can be found on ArtsDot.com, allowing art lovers to own a piece of history and beauty. For more information on the artist and his works, visit Wikipedia.
The captivating painting A Reading by Thomas Wilmer Dewing is a testament to the beauty of American art and the talent of its artists. Its serene and intimate atmosphere invites viewers to step into the quiet moment shared by the two women, surrounded by elegance and refinement.

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Artist Biography

early life and training

thomas wilmer dewing, an american painter, was born on may 4, 1851, in boston, massachusetts. his artistic journey began with a lithographic apprenticeship, which later led him to the prestigious académie julian in paris, where he studied under gustave boulanger and jules lefebvre starting from 1887.

artistic style and notable works

dewing's artistic style is characterized by his tonalist paintings, a genre deeply rooted in english aestheticism. his preferred subjects were aristocratic women, often depicted in moody, dreamlike surroundings, playing instruments or engaging in introspective activities. * **woman in black: portrait of maria oakey dewing** (1887), a poignant oil on panel, showcases his wife, an accomplished painter with extensive formal art training. * **lady in gold** (1912), now at the brooklyn museum, exemplifies his mastery of capturing the essence of his subjects.

teaching and associations

dewing was a founding member of the ten american painters in 1898 and taught at the art students league of new york. his association with the society of landscape painters, founded in 1899, further solidified his position within the tonalist movement.

legacy and collections

* the freer gallery of art at the smithsonian institution has a dedicated room for dewing's works. * notable collectors include john gellatly and charles lang freer.

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later life and death

dewing's artistic output declined after 1920. he passed away in new york on november 5, 1938, leaving behind a legacy of captivating, ethereal portraits that continue to intrigue art enthusiasts. **key works and collections available for reproduction at ArtsDot:** * the white dress * woman in black: portrait of maria oakey dewing * lady in gold discover the world's most famous paintings with ArtsDot's extensive collection

Thomas Wilmer Dewing

1851 - 1938 , United States of America

Quick Facts

Artistic Movement Or Style: Tonalism
Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
- Gustave Boulanger
- Jules Lefebvre
Full Name: Thomas Wilmer Dewing
Nationality: American
Notable Artworks:
- Woman in Black: Portrait of Maria Oakey Dewing
- Lady in Gold
- The White Dress
- Spring
- In the Garden
Place Of Birth: Boston, United States of America
Date Of Birth: 1851
Date Of Death: 1938