John Frederick Kensett, born on March 22, 1816, was a prominent American landscape painter and engraver associated with the Hudson River School, known for his serene and luminous depictions of New England and New York State landscapes. His work is characterized by a preference for cooler colors and restrained composition.

Kensett's legacy lies in his contributions to American landscape painting and his role as a founder of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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