John Trumbull, a Brief Sketch of His Life: To Which Is Added a Catalogue of His Works (1901)

John Trumbull, A Brief Sketch Of His Life: To Which Is Added A Catalogue Of His Works (1901) is a biographical book written by John Ferguson Weir that provides a detailed account of the life of John Trumbull, an American painter and artist. The book begins with an introduction to Trumbull's family background and childhood, and then goes on to describe his education and early career as an artist.The author also delves into Trumbull's experiences during the American Revolution, where he served as an aide to General George Washington and later as a military artist. The book then follows Trumbull's career as a portrait painter, where he gained recognition for his works depicting prominent figures such as Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton.In addition to the biographical information, the book also includes a comprehensive catalogue of Trumbull's works, including a detailed description of each painting and its historical significance. Overall, John Trumbull, A Brief Sketch Of His Life: To Which Is Added A Catalogue Of His Works (1901) provides a thorough and informative account of the life and works of one of America's most celebrated artists.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.