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walter griffin

1861 – 1935

walter griffin
19th Century
19th Century

walter griffin

Born 1861 Died 1935 Works span 1917–1929

Walter Parsons Shaw Griffin (1861-1935): Bridging Barbizon and Impressionism Walter Parsons Shaw Griffin (1861-1935) stands as a pivotal figure in American art history, embodying the synthesis of Barbizon landscape painting with burgeoning Impressionistic sensibilities. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Griffin’s artistic journey began modestly but swiftly gained momentum through dedicated study and prolific output, establishing him as one…

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dated works
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1917
first work
1929
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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