Ernest Ludvig Ipsen

Ernest Ludvig Ipsen was an American portrait painter born on September 5, 1869, in Malden, Massachusetts, and he passed away on November 2, 1951. Ipsen was associated with the American Realism movement, which emphasized the depiction of everyday subjects with a focus on accuracy and detail. He studied at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and further honed his skills at the Académie Julian in Paris, where he was influenced by the techniques of the European masters. Ipsen gained recognition for his portraits of prominent figures, contributing significantly to the documentation of American society in the early 20th century. His works are noted for their meticulous attention to detail and the ability to capture the character and essence of his subjects. Throughout his career, Ipsen exhibited widely and received numerous accolades, solidifying his reputation as a leading portraitist of his time.