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Howard Chandler Christy
1873 - 1952 |
Portrait of Nancy, 1928 |
Self-portrait |
Howard Chandler Christy had a long, colorful, and varied career.
He was one of America's most distinguished illustrators, appearing
regularly in the major national magazines. His popular image
of American womanhood became known as the "Christy Girl."
Later he turned to portraiture, and his sumptuous, painterly
style was in great demand. Among his famous subjects were Mrs.
Calvin Coolidge, Amelia Earhart, and Mrs. William Randolph Hearst.
Christy was also known for his colorful murals and vivid historical
paintings, the famous of which, "The Signing of the Constitution,"
hangs in the United States Capitol.. |
Hall of Fame of American Portrait Painting |
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