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Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting
Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting
Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting
Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting
Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting
Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting
Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting
Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting
Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting
Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting
Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting
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Frank Weston Benson Original Antique Late 19th Century The Ten American Painters Tonalism Impressionism Still Life of Hollyhock Flowers Oil Painting

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Original, antique impressionist still life oil painting on canvas of hollyhock flowers, by Frank Weston Benson, (1862-1951).

Frank Weston Benson was an American Impressionist and member of the Ten American Painters; perhaps best known for his impressionist plein-air landscape paintings. Frank Weston Benson, also known as Frank W. Benson, was an American artist born on March 24, 1862, in Salem, Massachusetts. He was renowned for his realistic portraits, American Impressionist paintings, watercolors, and etchings. Benson's early career involved painting portraits of distinguished families and creating murals for the Library of Congress.

 Benson began his artistic studies at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston in 1880 under the guidance of Otto Grundmann and Frederic Crowninshield. In 1883, he traveled to Paris to study at the Académie Julian. Throughout his career, Benson held various positions as an instructor and department head at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. He was a founding member of the Ten American Painters, the American Academy of Arts and Letters, and The Guild of Boston Artists.

Born into a family with roots in Salem, Massachusetts, Benson developed a love for the sea from his grandfather, Captain Samuel Benson. During his childhood, he spent time exploring the waterways and marshes on a sailboat, engaging in sports, fishing, and hunting.

In 1880, Benson enrolled at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, where he formed friendships with fellow artists Joseph Lindon Smith, Robert Reid, and Edmund Charles Tarbell. Benson taught drawing classes in Salem and focused on landscape painting during the summer of 1882. Subsequently, he received a monetary gift from his parents on his 21st birthday, which enabled him to study in Europe. Benson traveled to Paris and studied at the Académie Julien from 1883 to 1884, learning from notable artists such as Jules-Joseph Lefebvre, William Turner Dannat, and Gustave Boulanger.

Benson's Impressionistic style was heavily influenced by the works of Claude Monet, whose use of vibrant colors and loose brushstrokes inspired him. He sought to capture the essence of a scene rather than focusing on intricate details, infusing his paintings with a sense of spontaneity and liveliness. His subjects ranged from idyllic landscapes to intimate portraits, each reflecting his mastery of capturing mood and atmosphere. During his career, Benson achieved great recognition and success. He became a founding member of the Ten American Painters, a group that aimed to promote Impressionism and challenge the prevailing academic traditions of the time. He also became a member of prestigious institutions such as the American Academy of Arts and Letters and The Guild of Boston Artists, further solidifying his reputation as a prominent artist.

Frank Weston Benson's legacy as an American artist is characterized by his skillful fusion of Realism and Impressionism. His ability to capture the essence of a scene, whether through the realism of his portraits or the impressionistic beauty of his landscapes, continues to captivate art enthusiasts to this day. His works can be found in prominent museums and collections, including the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and the Rhode Island School of Design Museum, leaving an enduring mark on the art world.

Frank Weston Benson
(1862–1951)
American Impressionist
Member of “The Ten” American Impressionists
Oil on Canvas
Hollyhock Flowers
The painting measures approximately 10.7” X 15.1”
Approximately 1897
Painting is still housed in original, wood carved, antique frame
The painting is in very good original condition. There are tiny specs throughout of minor degradation of the paint. Near one of the white flowers is a very small scratch, to the left. Please review the images, for details. The painting is in overall good condition and is signed lower left and lower right. The signature to the left has a bit of degradation, as well as the right. The painting has been relined in previous decades and is varnished. The painting retains a soft, tonal quality around the flowers and background of the painting. There are no overpaints; all paint is original to the painting. There have been no deep or chemical cleanings performed. 

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