Cecilia Beaux

Cecilia Beaux, born in 1855 in Philadelphia and died in 1942 in Gloucester, was an American painter known for her portraits and genre scenes. Her works are celebrated for their detailed realism and emotional depth, capturing the essence of American life and character. Influenced by the American art tradition and her contemporary John Singer Sargent, Beaux's technique involved a refined and expressive approach to composition and color, conveying the warmth and humanity of her subjects. Her career was marked by her ability to depict the elegance and spirit of her era, making her a celebrated figure in late 19th and early 20th-century American painting.