Van Zandt, Thomas Kirby – Christmas Time

Painting by Thomas Kirby Van Zandt of a horse and sleigh waiting for passengers by a building.

Christmas Time by Thomas Kirby Van Zandt Thomas Kirby Van Zandt, born in New Scotland, Albany County, New York in 1814, was a well-known painter of the horses of wealthy New Yorkers, including Leland Stanford.  The Stanford Museum has a half dozen of T.K. Van Zandt’s work in its collection. In 1859 he was awarded […]

Gruppe, Emile – Autumn in Vermont

Painting by Emile Gruppe titled "Autumn in Vermont.

Autumn in Vermont by Emile Gruppe Emile Albert Gruppe was born in Rochester, New York in 1896.  The son of Charles Paul Gruppe who was recognized by the Dutch as being one of America’s most gifted painters of the late 19th Century.  Emile was trained by his father and studied at the National Academy in […]

Nemethy, George – Side Wheeler

20th century painting by George Nemethy of a steam powered side wheeler out on the water.

Side Wheeler by George Nemethy George Nemethy was born in 1952 in New York City. The Nemethy family immigrated from Hungary and consisted of six artists, all pupils of their late father Albert Sz. Nemethy. The children Julien, Albert Jr., George, Veronica, and the twins Kristina and Georgina. All of them were taught and inspired […]

Loemans, Alexander Francois – Exotic Landscape

Oil painting of an exotic landscape by Alexander F. Loemans.

Exotic Landscape by Alexander Francois Loemans Alexander Francois Loemans, pronounced “loo-mahns,” remains a painter shrouded in mystery. Although limited information surrounds his origins, it is believed he hailed from the Netherlands or shared Dutch heritage. Notably, his artistic endeavors predominantly unfolded in Canada, encompassing Ontario and Manitoba, as well as the northern reaches of the […]

Butman, Fredrick – Triptych

Three small paintings by Frank Butman, (1820-1871) displayed side by side in matted frame.

  Fredrick Butman – Triptych Frederick Butman, born in Bangor, ME in 1820, made significant contributions as both an apothecary and an artist. Operating an apothecary shop in Gardiner, ME, he played a pivotal role in the establishment of the local gas and water company. Despite lacking formal instruction, Butman ventured into painting figure studies. […]

Budden, Michael – In Front of the Plaza

Oil painting of three men in top hats visiting on a New York City street corner. Several horse drawn carriages on the street in the background.

In Front of the Plaza by Michael Budden Renowned New Jersey artist Michael Budden has built a distinguished career as a painter, initially focusing on the captivating wildlife found across North America. However, his current artistic focus has shifted towards capturing the vibrant scenes of New York City, the picturesque landscapes along the Delaware River […]

Budden, Michael – Heading to Central Park

Oil painting of a horse drawn carriage on a city street. It is a wet snowy wintery day.

Heading to Central Park by Michael Budden Renowned New Jersey artist Michael Budden has built a distinguished career as a painter, initially focusing on the captivating wildlife found across North America. However, his current artistic focus has shifted towards capturing the vibrant scenes of New York City, the picturesque landscapes along the Delaware River and […]

Baron, Henry Charles – Mother and Children

painting of young woman with two children by Fr. Henry Charles Baron. Oil on board.

Mother and Children by Henry Charles Baron Henry Charles Baron, a French artist born in 1816 and passing away in 1885, received his artistic tutelage under the guidance of his compatriot, Jean Gigoux. In 1840, Baron made his debut at the Salon with two captivating paintings that Théophile Gaultier lauded as “abounding with emotion and […]