19th Century
alban jasper conant
Born 1821
Died 1915
Alban Jasper Conant (1821-1915): The Lincoln Portrait and Beyond
Alban Jasper Conant (September 24, 1821 – February 3, 1915) stands as a singular figure in American art history—primarily recognized for his groundbreaking portrait of Abraham Lincoln, the first official likeness of the future president. However, to reduce Conant’s artistic legacy solely to this iconic image overlooks a rich and multifaceted career spanning decades of ex…
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
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Chapters — Career Periods
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Thumbnails — Dated Works
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Colour Band — Movement Drift
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