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Robert W. Salmon
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Robert W. Salmon

Born 1775 Died 1845 Works span 1801–1845

Robert W. Salmon Robert W. Salmon (1775 – c. 1845) was a maritime artist, active in both England and America. He is widely considered the Father of American Luminism—a movement that championed atmospheric light and serene landscapes—and completed nearly 1,000 paintings, all save one of maritime scenes or seascapes. His prolific output cemented his place as a pivotal figure in 19th-century British and American art history. Early Life…

122
dated works
3
chapters
1801
first work
1845
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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