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September 18 in Art History

2 real events recorded on September 18, the earliest from 1838. 2 artists were born on this date.

Born on this day 2

  1. 1838 Born

    Born this day: Anton Mauve

    Anton Mauve, a Dutch realist painter, was born on September 18, 1838. He was a leading member of the Hague School, known for his masterful use of color and poignant depictions of peasants and landscapes, often featuring flocks of sheep. His work had a significant influence on his cousin-in-law, Vincent van Gogh.

    Anton Mauve's legacy lies in his contributions to the Hague School and his lasting impact on the development of modern art.

  2. 1868 Born

    Born this day: Jan Verkade

    Jan Verkade, born on September 18, 1868, was a Dutch Post-Impressionist and Christian Symbolist painter who belonged to the Nabis circle, influenced by Paul Gauguin and Paul Sérusier. His work evolved as he converted to Roman Catholicism and became a Benedictine monk, taking the name Willibrord.

    He had a significant influence on the development of the new Benedictine Art in Europe.