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Martin Johnson Heade

American1819–1904

Portrait of Martin Johnson Heade

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Martin Johnson Heade was an American painter known for his salt marsh landscapes, seascapes, and depictions of hummingbirds, often depicted with orchids, as well as lotus blossoms and other still lifes. His painting style and subject matter, while derived from the romanticism of the time, are regarded by art historians as a significant departure from those of his peers.

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Works in the collection

31 works

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