Edward Lamson Henry

Edward Lamson Henry (1841–1919) was an American painter known for his detailed genre scenes that captured the essence of 19th-century American life. He was associated with the American genre painting movement, which focused on depicting everyday life and common people. Born in Charleston, South Carolina, Henry moved to New York City, where he studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and later in Paris under the tutelage of Charles Gleyre. His works are celebrated for their historical accuracy and attention to detail, often serving as visual documents of the period's social and cultural milieu. Henry's paintings, such as "Kept In" and "The 9:45 Accommodation," are noted for their narrative quality and have been instrumental in preserving the visual history of post-Civil War America. Throughout his career, he was a member of the National Academy of Design and contributed significantly to the American art scene of his time.