samuel lawson booth
Samuel Lawson Booth: A Master of Hudson River Light Samuel Lawson Booth (1836-1928) stands as a significant, yet often understated, figure in the landscape painting tradition of late 19th-century America. Born in Leeds, Yorkshire, and trained initially in England, Booth’s artistic journey ultimately led him to establish himself as a respected artist working primarily within the evocative style of the Hudson River School. His career sp…
The Lifeline
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Chapters — Career Periods
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Thumbnails — Dated Works
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Colour Band — Movement Drift
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