September 8 in Art History
3 real events recorded on September 8, the earliest from 1678. 2 artists were born , 1 died on this date.
Born on this day 2
- 1706 Born
Born this day: Antoine de Favray
Antoine de Favray, a French painter, was born on September 8, 1706. He is notable for his portraits of Ottoman Empire personalities and Grand Masters of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, showcasing his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. His work provides a glimpse into the lives of prominent figures of his time.
Antoine de Favray's portraits remain significant for their historical and cultural value, offering insights into the Ottoman Empire and the Sovereign Military Order of Malta.
- 1885 Born
Born this day: Annie Traquair Lang
Annie Traquair Lang was an American Impressionist painter born on September 8, 1885, known for her experimental impasto brushstrokes and jewel-tone abstracted forms in portraits, still lifes, and landscapes. Her work was exhibited and acquired by institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
She remains notable for assimilating the technique and verve of her mentor, William Merritt Chase, and contributing to American Impressionism.
Died on this day 1
- 1678 Died
Died this day: Pietro della Vecchia
Pietro della Vecchia was a versatile Italian artist of the Venetian school, working between late Mannerism and early Baroque. He created a wide range of works, including altarpieces, portraits, and genre scenes, and was also known for his pastiches of 16th-century Italian painters. As an expert in art, he provided valuations and worked as a restorer.
Pietro della Vecchia's diverse body of work continues to represent the artistic transition from Mannerism to Baroque in 17th-century Venice.