19th Century

thomas alexander harrison

Born 1853 Died 1930 Works span 1882–1893

Thomas Alexander Harrison: Painter of Light and Brittany’s Seascapes Thomas Alexander Harrison (1853, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – October 13, 1930, Paris, France) stands as a pivotal figure in Impressionist art, particularly renowned for his evocative depictions of the Breton coastline. Born into a prominent Virginia family—descendants of William Henry Harrison and Benjamin Harrison V—Harrison’s artistic journey began amidst intellec…

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1882

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1893

last work

Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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