Provides a brief introduction to the life and work of early twentieth-century American painter Thomas Eakins, discussing his controversial teaching methods and his unique contributions to the art world.
Explores the life and work of Philadelphia painter Thomas Eakins, focusing on the melancholy of his portraits and his use of painting to express his perceptions of life and the world around him.
Explores the darker side of American artist Thomas Eakins' life and work, discussing the bitter personal feuds and family tragedies that surrounded him and profoundly influenced his art.
Examines the psychological aspects and themes of the works of late-nineteenth-century American portrait painter Thomas Eakins, whose favored subjects included rowing scenes, surgeries, musicians, and artists.