The Biglin Brothers Turning the Stake
by Thomas Eakins
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The Biglin Brothers Turning the Stake
Artist
Thomas Eakins
Medium
Painting - Oil On Canvas
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Thomas Eakins (1844–1916) was an influential American realist painter, photographer, and teacher, celebrated for his meticulous portraits and pioneering approach to capturing human anatomy and motion. Born in Philadelphia, Eakins studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and later in Paris, where he embraced realism. His works often depict the everyday lives of people, especially athletes, scientists, and surgeons, reflecting his fascination with the human body and precision. Notable works like The Gross Clinic and The Agnew Clinic reveal his intense focus on anatomy and medical subjects. Eakins is remembered as a trailblazer in American realism and art education.
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May 15th, 2020
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