John La Farge

John La Farge was an American artist known for his activity during the mid-nineteenth century, documented specifically between 1845 and 1868. His represented output spans diverse media, emphasizing both traditional painting and the applied arts.

Eleven of his works are documented in museum collections, including five drawings, three prints, and three paintings. Notable examples of his oeuvre include the botanical studies Anemone and Strawberry Blossom, the scenic work A Country Scene, and architectural designs such as Chapel Window and Design for Stained Glass. These early John La Farge paintings and drawings showcase his versatility across genre and medium.

The artist’s significance is established by his representation in major American institutions, including the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the National Gallery of Art. Much of the early work held in these collections is now in the public domain, often reproduced as high-quality prints for scholarly study.