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…