Ernest Haskell
1876–1925
Introduction
Ernest Haskell (June 30, 1876 - November 1, 1925) was an American artist and illustrator, internationally famous in his lifetime and remembered for his etchings, as well as engravings, pen-and-ink drawings, lithographs and watercolors. He was a pioneer in the field of theatrical posters. He created many portraits and caricatures of luminaries of the day. During World War I he was commissioned by the United States Army to develop camouflage painting. Haskell's etchings and intaglio prints are considered by critics and scholars to be his most important contribution.
Wikidata identifier
Q18716158
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Introduction
Haskell was influenced by the works of Dürer and Rembrandt. He often etched and engraved images of the redwood trees of Monterey, California.
Country of birth
United States
Roles
Artist, engraver, etcher, illustrator, lithographer, painter
ULAN identifier
500008382
Names
Ernest Haskell
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