Print of T.Eakins 1876 “Will Schuster and Blackman Going Shooting”
Thomas Cowperthwait Eakins, an influential American artist born in 1844, was known for his realistic paintings, photography, sculpture, and teaching. He focused on depicting the people of his hometown, Philadelphia, throughout his career spanning over 40 years. Eakins created hundreds of portraits, showcasing the intellectual and cultural life of his time. Beyond traditional portraits, Eakins ventured into larger paintings set in various urban and outdoor locations, capturing the human figure