a life shrouded in mystery, yet a legacy that endures andrew w. warren, an american artist born in coventry, ny, in 1823, left an indelible mark on the art world with his landscapes and still lifes. despite his life being shrouded in mystery, his contributions to the national academy of design and various exhibitions throughout his career have solidified his place in the annals of american art history. early life and influences warren's early life remains largely undocumented, but it is believed that he was influenced by the hudson river school, a group of landscape painters active in the mi…