Anna Macpherson Cummings

Mjesto: Salonika

Rođen: 1881

Smrt: 1965

Biografija:

Early Life and Training

, a talented artist from Greece, was born on January 6, 1881, in Salonika. She was the eldest of three daughters to Cecil J. Cummings. Following her father's passing, the family relocated to England, where Anna received her schooling. Her artistic promise was evident from a young age, leading to her training in London.

Artistic Career and Collaborations

In 1906, Anna Macpherson Cummings met Norman de Garis Davies in Alexandria, Egypt. They married in Hampstead, London, on October 8, 1907. The couple settled near the Theban Necropolis, where they began documenting tomb paintings. Anna spent her time creating drawings for the Metropolitan Museum and replicating tomb paintings for Alan Gardiner, which became part of collections at other museums.

• Key Achievements:
  • Developed a skill for quickly, accurately, and conscientiously capturing images.
  • Created a large number of facsimiles.
  • Contributed to the Theban Tombs Series with her husband, Norman de Garis Davies.
• Notable Works:**
  • Ancient Egyptian Paintings (1936)
  • Picture Writing in Ancient Egypt (1958)

Legacy and Later Life

Anna Macpherson Cummings passed away on April 21, 1965. Her contributions to the field of Egyptology and her artistic talents have left a lasting impact.

• Relevant Links:**
  • [https://Wikioo.org/@@/A@D3CCLB-The-Munnings-Art-Museum-(Dedham-United-States)]The Munnings Art Museum (Dedham, United States)
  • [https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nina_M._Davies]Nina M. Davies — Wikipédia
• Artistic Style:**
  • Fauvism
  • Impressionism
• Museums Featuring Her Work:**
  • Metropolitan Museum
  • Victoria and Albert Museum

  Conclusion

  Anna Macpherson Cummings' artistic legacy continues to inspire art enthusiasts worldwide. Her meticulous approach to capturing the essence of ancient Egyptian tomb paintings has left an indelible mark on the world of art.
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