James Carroll Beckwith

James Carroll Beckwith was an American painter born on September 23, 1852, in Hannibal, Missouri, and he passed away on October 24, 1917, in New York City. Beckwith was associated with the American Impressionist movement, known for his portraits and genre scenes that captured the subtleties of light and color. He studied at the National Academy of Design in New York and later at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris under the tutelage of Carolus-Duran, where he formed a lifelong friendship with fellow artist John Singer Sargent. Beckwith's work was well-regarded for its technical proficiency and elegance, contributing to the broader acceptance and appreciation of Impressionism in the United States. Throughout his career, he exhibited at prestigious venues such as the Paris Salon and the National Academy of Design, and he also served as an influential teacher at the Art Students League of New York. His legacy includes not only his paintings but also his diaries, which provide valuable insights into the art world of his time.