Manhattan (1929) er det mest berømte maleri af Guy Carleton Wiggins. Columbus circle, (1936) og Columbus circle, new york, (1921) er de næste to værker, som verden kender bedst. Udvalgt fra de 29 værker af Guy Carleton Wiggins i vores katalog er her de 29, som samlere og museumsgæster oftest opsøger, inklusiv årstal, museum og historien bag hvert værk.
Rangordnet efter vores popularitetsscore, som kombinerer søgninger, besøg og ordrer for hvert værk. Opdateret november 2026.
The son and pupil of the prominent Barbizon-influenced landscape painter John Carleton Wiggins NA, Guy Wiggins was educated in England and traveled widely in his youth. After his return to America, he began four years at the schools of the National Academy of Design, where he studied drawing from the antique, as well as from the live model. Wiggins quickly won recognition for his quiet, luminous landscapes rendered in an…
De fire motiver, der optræder hyppigst blandt disse mesterværker, med det fineste eksempel på hvert enkelt.
1929 er året for hvert dateret Guy Carleton Wiggins mesterværk på denne side: her er de, i rækkefølge efter berømmelse.
The son and pupil of the prominent Barbizon-influenced landscape painter John Carleton Wiggins NA, Guy Wiggins was educated in England and traveled widely in his youth. After his…
Manhattan (1929). Derefter følger Columbus circle, (1936) og Columbus circle, new york, (1921).
89 år gammel: Manhattan er fra 1929, og Guy Carleton Wiggins blev født i 1840.
Manhattan, Columbus circle, (1936), Columbus circle, new york, (1921), Wall Street in Winter, Blizzard in New York, Wall Street with a View of Trinity Church and the Sub Treasury Building, Mid-Town Storm, New york, winter scene, (1960), 5th avenue, midtown og Early Evening at the Plaza, (1961). Ranglisten ovenfor angiver årstallet og museet for hver af dem.
Vores katalog indeholder 29 værker af Guy Carleton Wiggins.
Roads (5), Winter (5) og Winter cityscape (4), blandt de 29 værker på denne side.
Impressionism, som malerierne på denne side viser.
Guy Carleton Wiggins stands as a prominent figure in the landscape painting tradition of early 20th-century America, particularly celebrated for his masterful depictions of New York City and Connecticut winters. Born on February 23, 1883, in Brooklyn, his artistic journey was deeply rooted in a familial legacy of creativity; his father, Carleton Wiggins, was an accomplished artist who provided his son with his first essential training. This early immersion in the world of color and form laid the groundwork for a career that would eventually capture the ethereal beauty of snowy vistas with remarkable accuracy and emotional resonance.
Wiggins’s formal education was marked by prestigious associations that shaped his technical prowess. He received rigorous training at the National Academy of Design, where he studied alongside the legendary George Inness. This relationship proved formative, instilling within him a deep appreciation for tonal color palettes and expressive brushwork. Seeking to expand his horizons, Wiggins traveled to Paris, immersing himself in the heart of the burgeoning Impressionist movement. It was here that he honed the skills necessary to translate the fleeting nuances of light and atmosphere onto canvas, a pursuit that would become the hallmark of his mature style.
Upon returning to New York City, Wiggins established himself as both a respected artist and an influential teacher. He became particularly renowned for his ability to transform the bustling, often harsh urban environment into a serene, dreamlike landscape. His work frequently focused on the iconic streets of Manhattan, capturing landmarks such as Columbus Circle, Fifth Avenue, and Wall Street during the height of winter. Rather than seeking photographic precision, Wiggins utilized broad, flowing lines and rich, low-toned hues to convey the quietude that descends upon a city blanketed in snow.
His technique was profoundly shaped by the Impressionist principles championed by masters like Claude Monet and Pierre Auguste Renoir. He embraced a method that prioritized the sensation of a moment, favoring loose brushstrokes and the delicate layering of colors to achieve luminous, shimmering effects. In his hands, the heavy textures of snow and the biting chill of the air became palpable, inviting the viewer to step into a world where the grit of the city is softened by a white, crystalline veil.
Beyond the urban landscapes of New York, Wiggins played a vital role in the American pastoral tradition. He became an influential member of the Old Lyme Art Colony, working alongside his son, Guy Carleton Wiggins Jr., to foster a vibrant artistic community dedicated to capturing the essence of rural Connecticut. This period of his life reflected a continued fascination with the natural world, often incorporating motifs such as cattle paintings, which were rendered with a sense of solidity and realism that balanced his more atmospheric Impressionist tendencies.
The historical significance of Wiggins's contribution to American art is cemented by his many accolades and professional milestones:
Today, the works of Guy Carleton Wiggins continue to resonate with collectors and art enthusiasts alike. His ability to find poetry in the frost and stillness in the city streets ensures his place as a definitive voice in the history of American landscape painting.
