James Wright (1885–1947): A Master of the American West James Wright, a name perhaps less familiar than some of his contemporaries in the late 19th and early 20th century American art scene, nevertheless deserves recognition as a significant figure in the development of landscape painting, particularly within the context of depicting the rugged beauty and spirit of the American West. Born in Garelochhead, Scotland, in 1885, Wright’s artistic journey took him across continents, culminating in a distinctive style that blended realism with an evocative sense of atmosphere and narrative. His wor…