Mountains of the Sun
Butler is credited as being the founder of the American Fine Arts Society. Born in New York City, he was an early advocate for city recreation and beautification. Butler convinced Andrew Carnegie to fund the construction of a recreational manmade lake near Princeton University. Originally a patent lawyer, Butler gave up this practice to pursue painting in 1884. He created technical drawings for the Carnegie and Edison companies before concentrating on portraits and landscapes.Zion National ParkSpringdale, Utah
howard russell butler (1856 – 1934)
Howard Russell Butler (1856-1934): American painter of seascapes, landscapes & solar eclipses. Founder of the American Fine Arts Society, he also designed Carnegie Lake.
Centennial One Object Exhibit (Unknown, United States of America)
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About this artwork
- Title: Mountains of the Sun
- Artist: howard russell butler
- Year: 1926
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Centennial One Object Exhibit
- Color palette: Neutrals
- Perceived brightness: brilliant

