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Maria Oakey Dewing

1845-01-01 – 1927-12-13

Portrait of Maria Oakey Dewing
Fratelli Vianelli, Maria Oakey Dewing, between 1875 and 1885, Thomas Wilmer Dewing and Dewing family papers, Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.Credit: Fratelli Vianelli (Firm), photographer

Life & Legacy

Maria Oakey Dewing (October 27, 1845 – December 13, 1927) was an American painter known for her depiction of flowers. Her work was inspired by John La Farge and her love of gardening. She also made figure drawings and was a founding member of the Art Students League of New York. Dewing won bronze medals for two of her works at world expositions. She was married to the artist Thomas Dewing.

Occupation & Career

painter, artist

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q2776789 — wikidata View source

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