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Capri Lace Maker, 1884. Creator: George B. Butler (American, 1838-1907)
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Capri Lace Maker, 1884. Creator: George B. Butler (American, 1838-1907)
Capri Lace Maker, 1884. George Butler studied with the American artist Thomas Hicks in New York City before going to Paris in 1859 to study with Thomas Couture, whose most famous pupils included Edouard Manet and Puvis de Chavannes. He returned to the United States and served in the Union Army during the Civil War, at which point he lost his right arm. He went to Italy in 1875, where he remained for a number of years. During his stay abroad, Butler painted Capri Lace Maker. Although to a contemporary viewer this work may seem to be a fairly traditional, conservative composition, the bravura of the brushwork and the thick layers of pigment mark the European influence on Butlers style. An accomplished academic painter, Butler was elected to the National Academy of Design in 1873 and exhibited this work there in 1884. A gift of the artists daughter, Capri Lace Maker was the first painting to enter the museums collection on February 2, 1915
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The print titled "Capri Lace Maker, 1884" captures the exquisite craftsmanship of lace-making in a bygone era. Created by George B. Butler, an American artist known for his academic style influenced by European techniques, this painting reflects his time spent studying under renowned artists such as Thomas Hicks and Thomas Couture. Butler's journey took him from New York City to Paris, where he honed his skills alongside notable pupils like Edouard Manet and Puvis de Chavannes. However, fate dealt him a cruel blow during the Civil War when he lost his right arm while serving in the Union Army. Undeterred by this setback, Butler ventured to Italy in 1875 and remained there for several years. It was during this period that he painted "Capri Lace Maker" showcasing not only his technical prowess but also the influence of European art on his style. The bold brushwork and thick layers of pigment add depth and texture to what may appear as a traditional composition to contemporary viewers. This particular artwork holds historical significance for both its creator and its place within museum collections. Elected to the National Academy of Design in 1873, Butler exhibited "Capri Lace Maker" at their prestigious exhibition in 1884. Its inclusion marked a milestone for Butler's career. Today, we have the privilege of enjoying this image thanks to Heritage Art/Heritage Images' preservation efforts. A gift from the artist's daughter, it became the first painting added to the museum's collection on February 2nd, 1915 – forever capturing a moment frozen in time through delicate lace-making mastery.
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