George Whiting Flagg
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George Whiting Flagg(DOD- verified New York Times Jan. 12, 1897- Death List Of A Day) from New Haven, Connecticut
, was an American
painter
of historical scenes and genre pictures. He was the brother of the artist Jared Bradley Flagg
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George Whiting Flagg lived out his later years at his home located at 12 Westminster Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts until his death, January 5, 1897. Painting from a small studio next to this home. Above the fireplace in the upstairs bedroom, Mr. Flagg painted the following: "He That Maketh Haste To Be Rich Shall Not Be Innocent", which remains above the fireplace to this day.
"South Carolina Historical Magazine", July 1982, Volume 83, Number 3. pg. 214-234.
A paintings reference may be found at: the Inventory of American Painting and Sculpture, a division of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. Internet access may be gained at the Art Inventories Catalog of the Smithsonian Institution Research Information System (SIRIS).
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Later in life, George Flagg studied theology and entered the ministry, but eventually he would returned to painting, mainly portraiture, during his declining years.
A painting entitled the Murder of the Princes, from Richard Ill, procured Flagg the patronage of Luman Reed
, a merchant and businessman from New York City
, through whose aid he spent three years studying in Europe
, and afterward lived for six years in London
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Another of George Flagg's early paintings, Lady Jane Grey Preparing for Execution
, was to make him famous. His fame quickly waned, however, as historical painting became progressively less fashionable.
Among his best known works should be mentioned Landing of the Pilgrims; Landing of the Atlantic Cable; Washington Receiving his Mother's Blessing, which has been frequently engraved; The Good Samaritan; and Columbus and the Egg (1867). George Flagg's The Match Girl, Haidee, and The Scarlet Letter were painted while he was living in London
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New Haven, Connecticut
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, was an American
United States
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painter
Painting
Painting is the practice of applying paint, pigment, color or other medium to a surface . The application of the medium is commonly applied to the base with a brush but other objects can be used. In art, the term painting describes both the act and the result of the action. However, painting is...
of historical scenes and genre pictures. He was the brother of the artist Jared Bradley Flagg
Jared Bradley Flagg
Jared Bradley Flagg was an American painter from New Haven, Connecticut. He was the younger brother of artists George Whiting Flagg and Henry Collins Flagg III...
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George Whiting Flagg lived out his later years at his home located at 12 Westminster Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts until his death, January 5, 1897. Painting from a small studio next to this home. Above the fireplace in the upstairs bedroom, Mr. Flagg painted the following: "He That Maketh Haste To Be Rich Shall Not Be Innocent", which remains above the fireplace to this day.
Relevant References
"The Flagg Family: An Artistic Legacy And The Provenance Of A Collection", by Countess Anthony Szápáry, Pound Ridge, New York, Copyright 1986, Burton & Mayer, Inc., Milwaukee, WI."South Carolina Historical Magazine", July 1982, Volume 83, Number 3. pg. 214-234.
A paintings reference may be found at: the Inventory of American Painting and Sculpture, a division of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. Internet access may be gained at the Art Inventories Catalog of the Smithsonian Institution Research Information System (SIRIS).
Education
Both Flagg brothers studied painting under their uncle, Washington AllstonWashington Allston
Washington Allston was an American painter and poet, born in Waccamaw Parish, South Carolina. Allston pioneered America's Romantic movement of landscape painting...
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Later in life, George Flagg studied theology and entered the ministry, but eventually he would returned to painting, mainly portraiture, during his declining years.
Notable works
George Whiting Flagg's early work included Boy Listening to a Ghost Story, A Young Greek, and Jacob and Rachel at the Well.A painting entitled the Murder of the Princes, from Richard Ill, procured Flagg the patronage of Luman Reed
Luman Reed
Luman Reed was a successful American merchant and an important patron of the arts. His support for the painters George Whiting Flagg and Thomas Cole were particularly significant contributions to the development of American painting during the early 19th century. He also commissioned works from...
, a merchant and businessman from New York City
New York City
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, through whose aid he spent three years studying in Europe
Europe
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, and afterward lived for six years in London
London
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Another of George Flagg's early paintings, Lady Jane Grey Preparing for Execution
Lady Jane Grey Preparing for Execution (painting)
Lady Jane Grey Preparing for Execution is an 1835 oil painting by the American artist George Whiting Flagg which established his early fame. This fame was however to dwindle as a consequence of a decline in the role of historical painting in American art. It was originally meant to represent Mary,...
, was to make him famous. His fame quickly waned, however, as historical painting became progressively less fashionable.
Among his best known works should be mentioned Landing of the Pilgrims; Landing of the Atlantic Cable; Washington Receiving his Mother's Blessing, which has been frequently engraved; The Good Samaritan; and Columbus and the Egg (1867). George Flagg's The Match Girl, Haidee, and The Scarlet Letter were painted while he was living in London
London
London is the capital city of :England and the :United Kingdom, the largest metropolitan area in the United Kingdom, and the largest urban zone in the European Union by most measures. Located on the River Thames, London has been a major settlement for two millennia, its history going back to its...
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Recognition
In 1851, George Whiting Flagg was elected to be a member of the National Academy of DesignNational Academy of Design
The National Academy Museum and School of Fine Arts, founded in New York City as the National Academy of Design – known simply as the "National Academy" – is an honorary association of American artists founded in 1825 by Samuel F. B. Morse, Asher B. Durand, Thomas Cole, Martin E...
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