The First Artist in America: The Life and Times of John Vanderlyn
John Vanderlyn “...is pronounced to be the first painter that now is or ever has been in America.” ~ Aaron Burr, 1802 “The First Artist in America” is the story of John Vanderlyn, the celebrated artist who portrayed seven American presidents, rose to fame as a 19th century neoclassical history painter, and died penniless and alone in his hometown of Kingston, New York.
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The First Artist in America: The Life and Times of John Vanderlyn
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Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 1, 2017
Runtime
1h 16m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
The First Artist in America: The Life and Times of John Vanderlyn
Director
Tobe Carey
Description
John Vanderlyn “...is pronounced to be the first painter that now is or ever has been in America.” ~ Aaron Burr, 1802 “The First Artist in America” is the story of John Vanderlyn, the celebrated artist who portrayed seven American presidents, rose to fame as a 19th century neoclassical history painter, and died penniless and alone in his hometown of Kingston, New York.
