WILLIAM P. MORGAN (American 1826-1900)

Description

WILLIAM P. MORGAN (American 1826-1900)
Two boys, c.1860
Oil on canvas
12in. x 10in. (sight size). Framed
Signed lower right: W. Morgan

This charming genre scene of two working boys is a very representative example of William P. Morgan's painting. Morgan was noted for his academic realism and often painted scenes of children at work. He was a member of the National Academy of Design and his work has been exhibited at The National Academy, and the Pennsylvania Academy. Morgan was also a noted printmaker.

Keywords: oil, painting, genre, children

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