Joseph Oriel Eaton I

Joseph Oriel Eaton I;Joseph Oriel Eaton

Place: Cincinnati

Born: 1829

Death: 1875

Biography:

Joseph Oriel Eaton I was an American painter of portraits and figure subjects, both in oil and in water-colours. He was born in Cincinnati in 1829 and died in Yonkers, New York in 1875. He was married to Emmaline (Emma) Goodwin, great-granddaughter of John Adams, and granddaughter of John Quincy Adams. The Eatons had five children.

Artistic Style and Technique

His most famous work is his portrait of Herman Melville, author of the 1851 novel Moby-Dick. Among his exhibited works were Landscape: View on the Hudson (1868), Greek Water-Carrier (1872), Lady Godiva (1874), Looking through the Kaleidoscope (1875), and his own Portrait (1875). He was elected into the National Academy of Design as an associate academician in 1866.

Notable Works

Some of his notable works include:

These works showcase his exceptional talent for capturing the essence of his subjects through their facial expressions, posture, and clothing.

Legacy

Joseph Oriel Eaton I's legacy as a portrait painter is evident in his contributions to the National Academy of Design. His work has been exhibited at various museums, including the Museums at Stony Brook and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. His artistic style and technique have influenced many artists, making him a notable figure in American art history. Important works by Joseph Oriel Eaton I can be found on https://Wikioo.org/@/Joseph-Oriel-Eaton-I, where you can also learn more about his life and work. You can also explore other artists and their works on https://Wikioo.org/Art.nsf/All-Popular-Artists.