Richard Hayley Lever

Richard Hayley Lever was an Australian-American artist born on September 28, 1876, in Adelaide, Australia, and he passed away on December 6, 1958, in Mount Vernon, New York, USA. Lever was associated with the Impressionist movement, known for his vibrant use of color and dynamic brushwork. He emigrated to the United States in 1911, where he became a prominent figure in the American art scene, particularly noted for his seascapes and landscapes. Lever's work was influential in bridging European Impressionism with American art, and he was a member of the National Academy of Design. His career included teaching positions and numerous exhibitions, contributing significantly to the development of early 20th-century American painting.