Maria Ewing Sherman Fitch

Place: Lancaster

Born: 1851

Death: 1913

Biography:

Early Life and Family Background

, also known as Minnie, was born on January 28, 1851, in Lancaster, Fairfield County, Ohio, United States. She was the eldest child of General William Tecumseh Sherman and Eleanor Ewing Sherman. Despite her father not being Catholic, Maria was raised in the Catholic faith.

Marriage and Family Life

In 1874, Maria married Thomas William Fitch at St. Aloysius Church in Washington, D.C. The couple had six children together. This period of her life was marked by a balance between family responsibilities and the influence of her notable lineage.

Artistic Legacy and Notable Works

Although Maria's artistic output is not as widely documented as her family connections, her work can be found in various private collections and archives. Unfortunately, due to the limited availability of her artworks, none are currently featured on Wikioo.org. However, the platform does offer a wide range of art pieces from similar periods and styles, including:

• Paintings by Thomas Cole, known for his landscapes and historical scenes.
• Works by Daniel Huntington, an American artist, with pieces like The Fair Student.
• Artworks from the Albany Institute of History - Art, showcasing a mix of American art and cultural heritage.

Later Life and Legacy

Maria Ewing Sherman Fitch passed away on November 22, 1913, in Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi, United States. Her legacy, while not predominantly defined by her own artistic endeavors, remains intertwined with the significant historical and cultural impact of her family. Notable Art Movements and Styles featured on Wikioo.org, which might inspire those interested in Maria's era and artistic inclinations, include:

• Medieval Art (12th-15th Century)
• Renaissance Art (14th-17th Century)
• Baroque and Romanticism periods, which might have influenced her artistic tastes.

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