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Cottage Garden, Warwick, England

  • Dimensions35.0 x 25.0 cm

Edmund Henry Garrett (1853-1929): American illustrator & painter of Arthurian legends, bookplates & landscapes. Influenced by European masters, his work is in major museums.

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Artwork Description

Garrett was a commercial illustrator before he took up painting in 1877. With his wife, Marietta Goldsmith, he went to Paris in 1879 to study at the Académie Julian. During their extended sojourn abroad, the couple traveled through Italy, Spain, Holland, and England. Garrett returned frequently to England, where he made charming water colors of gardens, castles, manor houses, street scenes, and quaint villages. This sheet anticipates garden watercolors from the 1890s by Childe Hassam, whom Garrett accompanied on his first trip to Europe, in summer 1883.

Artist Biography

Edmund Henry Garrett: Life & Legacy

Early Life and Education

  • Born: October 19, 1853, in Albany, New York.
  • Details of his initial art education are scarce, but he demonstrated a clear talent and ambition from an early age.
  • Garrett pursued formal training at the Académie Julian in Paris, studying under esteemed artists such as Gustave Boulanger, Jules Lefebvre, John Paul Laurens, and Hector Leroux. This period significantly shaped his artistic sensibilities.

Artistic Development & Influences

  • Early Work: Upon returning to America after five years in Paris, Garrett established a successful studio in Boston.
  • His initial works focused on wood engravings specializing in architectural views and landscapes. He was tutored by Robert Swain Gifford during this time.
  • Influences: European masters encountered during his Parisian studies profoundly impacted his style, particularly in terms of composition and technique.
  • He developed a distinctive style blending detailed realism with romantic sensibilities, evident in both his illustrations and landscapes.

Illustrations & The Arthurian Cycle

  • Renowned For: Garrett is most celebrated for his evocative illustrations of the legends of King Arthur. These works captured the chivalry, romance, and drama inherent in the tales.
  • His depictions brought a fresh perspective to these classic stories, appealing to both literary enthusiasts and art lovers.
  • He also illustrated numerous other literary classics including works by Tennyson, Keats, Schiller, Austen, Dumas, and Longfellow.

Relationship with Childe Hassam

  • A Pivotal Influence: Garrett played a crucial role in encouraging and facilitating Childe Hassam’s first study trip to Europe in 1883.
  • Together, they journeyed through Great Britain, the Netherlands, France, Italy, Switzerland, and Spain, studying Old Master paintings and creating watercolors. This experience was formative for Hassam's artistic development.
  • They shared a studio in Boston at 12 West Street alongside fellow artist Charles Henry Turner.

Major Achievements & Recognition

  • Membership: Garrett was a distinguished member of both the Boston Art Club and the Copley Society of Art, demonstrating his standing within the American art community.
  • His works were widely exhibited throughout the United States and at the Paris Salon during the late 19th century.
  • Legacy: Today, Garrett’s paintings and etchings are held in prestigious collections including the Art Institute of Chicago, the Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York), and the Boston Public Library.

Later Life & Historical Significance

  • Death: Edmund Henry Garrett passed away on April 2, 1929, in Needham, Massachusetts.
  • His work represents a significant contribution to American illustration and the revival of interest in Arthurian legends during his time.
  • Garrett’s illustrations continue to inspire artists and captivate audiences with their beauty and storytelling power.
Edmund Henry Garrett

Edmund Henry Garrett

1853 - 1929 , United States of America

Quick Facts

  • Birth Date: October 19, 1853
  • Birth Place: Albany, New York, United States
  • Death Date: April 2, 1929
  • Influenced: Childe Hassam
  • Influenced By: Gustave Boulanger, Jules Lefebvre, John Paul Laurens, Hector Leroux, Robert Swain Gifford
  • Movement: Illustration, Bookplate Design
  • Name: Edmund Henry Garrett
  • Nationality: American
  • Notable Works: Illustrations of King Arthur legends
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