Died this day: Grant Wood

Grant Wood, a prominent American artist, passed away on February 12, 1942. He was a key figure in the Regionalist movement, capturing the essence of the rural American Midwest in his work. Wood's iconic painting, American Gothic, has become a quintessential representation of early 20th-century American art.

Grant Wood's legacy continues to influence American art and culture with his enduring and iconic representations of the Midwest.