Artist

Edward Penfield

Portrait of Edward Penfield
Portrait of Edward Penfield

American, 1866–1925

Edward Penfield was an American Art Nouveau artist. 2 works are cataloged here, principally at Brooklyn Museum. Edward Penfield was born in Brooklyn.

Edward Penfield (June 2, 1866 – February 8, 1925) was an American illustrator in the era known as the "Golden Age of American Illustration" and he is considered the father of the American poster. His work has been included in almost every major book on American Illustration or the history of the poster. He is also a major figure in the evolution of graphic design.

Works by Edward Penfield

Collections represented

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