Nativity by John Singleton Copley
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Watson and the Shark by John Singleton Copley
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Watson and the Shark
1778
John Singleton Copley
Oil on canvas
183.51 x 229.55 cm (72 1/4 x 90 3/8 l
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
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John Singleton Copley
Born Boston, Massachusetts, July 3, 1738. Died London, England, September 9, 1815.
The art of John Singleton Copley will be An Educational Journey’s first artist focus. He was selected primarily because his work correlates with our early American history studies. I believe incorporating the study of art with other subjects makes it more meaningful.
In our home we don’t follow the true Charlotte Mason picture study concept as we go at a much faster pace than suggested.
John, a self-taught artist, was the most well-known artist during the American colonial period. He was particularly known for his historical pieces and for the portraits of the residents of New England.
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Artist Focus – John Singleton Copley
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Artist Focus: May 26, 2010
John Singleton Copley
Born Boston, Massachusetts, July 3, 1738. Died London, England, September 9, 1815.
The art of John Singleton Copley will be An Educational Journey’s first artist focus. He was selected primarily because his work correlates with our early American history studies. I believe incorporating the study of art with other subjects makes it more meaningful.
In our home we don’t follow the true Charlotte Mason picture study concept as we go at a much faster pace than suggested.
John, a self-taught artist, was the most well-known artist during the American colonial period. He was particularly known for his historical pieces and for the portraits of the residents of New England.
Additional Resources:
Wikipedia Article
The National Gallery of Art
Archiving Early America Article
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