Ammi Phillips

Ammi Phillips (1788–1865) was an American painter known for his contributions to the Realism movement. He gained recognition for his portraits, which often depicted the rural and middle-class families of 19th-century America. Phillips's work is characterized by its attention to detail and the emotional depth of his subjects. He spent much of his life in New York and Connecticut, where he developed a distinctive style that combined folk art elements with a more formal approach to portraiture. His impact on American art is significant, as he captured the essence of everyday life during a transformative period in U.S. history. The exact details of his early life and training remain largely unknown.