Charles Harold Davis

1856 - 1933

Quick Facts

  • Also known as:
    • Charles H. Davis
    • Charles Davis
    • Charles H Davis
    • c.h. davis
  • Top-ranked work: Clouds and Hills (also known as August)
  • Top 3 works:
    • Clouds and Hills (also known as August)
    • Clouds after Storm
    • Rural Landscape
  • Works on APS: 30
  • Museums on APS:
    • Fogg Art Museum
    • Metropolitan Museum of Art
    • Akron Art Museum
  • Died: 1933
  • Room fit: living room
  • Art period: 19th Century

early life and training

charles harold davis, an american landscape painter, was born on january 7, 1856, in amesbury, massachusetts. as a pupil of the boston museum of fine arts, he was sent to paris in 1880 to hone his craft. under the tutelage of jules joseph lefebvre and gustave boulanger at the académie julian, davis developed a deep understanding of the european art scene.

artistic style and influences

davis's work is characterized by its serene and idyllic depictions of landscapes, often capturing the beauty of nature with utmost precision. his time in barbizon, where he painted extensively, had a profound influence on his style, which eventually shifted towards impressionism. this transformation is evident in his cloudscapes, for which he became renowned.

notable achievements and affiliations

legacy

davis's legacy extends beyond his artistic contributions. he played a pivotal role in establishing the mystic art association in 1913, making him a leading figure in the art colony that developed in mystic, connecticut. view charles harold davis's artworks on WahooArt: https://WahooArt.com/@/charles-harold-davis read more about charles harold davis on wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/charles_harold_davis

Questions & Answers

Where are Charles Harold Davis's artworks grouped by technique?

To find all works by Charles Harold Davis in a given medium, use the artist's All Medium page.

Which artworks by Charles Harold Davis are the most viewed?

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Where can I see the color profile of Charles Harold Davis's work?

The color profile of Charles Harold Davis's work is shown on the artist's Palette Genome page.

In which movements did Charles Harold Davis work?

Charles Harold Davis's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.

How many artworks by Charles Harold Davis are available to browse?

You can browse 30 artworks by Charles Harold Davis on the All Artworks page.

What moods do Charles Harold Davis's artworks express?

Charles Harold Davis's works can be browsed by mood on the artist's Mood Room page, which arranges the artworks by their recorded moods.

Where are Charles Harold Davis's artworks grouped by palette?

The By Palettes page groups Charles Harold Davis's artworks by their color palettes.

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Art Quiz

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Question 1:
What artistic movement heavily influenced Charles Harold Davis's style, particularly his cloudscapes?
Question 2:
Where did Charles Harold Davis receive formal training in art?
Question 3:
Davis was a founding member of what influential art colony?
Question 4:
What prestigious institution awarded Davis a silver medal at the Paris Exhibition of 1889?
Question 5:
Charles Harold Davis is best known for his depictions of: