Marie Danforth Page

Marie Danforth Page was an American portrait artist born on June 4, 1869, in Boston, Massachusetts, and she passed away on May 19, 1940. She was associated with the American Impressionist movement, known for her sensitive and insightful portraits, particularly of women and children. Page studied at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and further honed her skills under the tutelage of prominent artists such as Frank Weston Benson and Edmund Charles Tarbell. Her work was well-received during her lifetime, earning her numerous awards and exhibitions, including at the National Academy of Design and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Page's portraits are noted for their psychological depth and delicate use of color, contributing significantly to the American Impressionist canon. Her legacy endures through her contributions to portraiture and her role in advancing the visibility of women artists in the early 20th century.