George Henry Durrie

George Henry Durrie was an American painter born in 1820 and active until his death in 1865. He is associated with the Realism movement, focusing primarily on landscapes that depict rural life in New England. Durrie's work often features winter scenes and is characterized by a meticulous attention to detail and a sense of tranquility. He gained recognition during his lifetime, particularly for his contributions to the genre of American landscape painting. His paintings continue to be celebrated for their evocative representation of 19th-century American life and nature. The specifics of his early life and training remain largely unknown.