John Frederick Kensett Paintings

John Frederick Kensett, Fine Art Prints

John Frederick Kensett, a leading Hudson River School artist, was renowned for his luminous landscapes. Emphasizing tranquility and light, his works celebrated the sublime in nature. A pioneer of luminism and cultural advocate, Kensett left a lasting legacy of art and environmental appreciation, immortalizing America’s unspoiled beauty.

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Beacon Rock, Newport Harbor, John Frederick Kensett Fine Art Print
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John Frederick Kensett Print, View on the Genesee near Mount Morris (1857)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Twilight in the Cedars at Darien, Connecticut (1872)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, The Old Pine, Darien, Connecticut (1872)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Summer Day on Conesus Lake (1870)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Salt Meadow in October (1872)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Rocky Pool, Bash-Bish Falls (1865)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Passing off of the Storm (1872)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, On the Coast (1870)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Newport, Rhode Island (1872)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Newport Rocks (1872)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Mount Washington from North Conway (1851)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Landing at Sabbath Day Point (c. 1853)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Gathering Storm on Long Island Sound
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Fishing Near A Forest Waterfall (1870)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Catskill Waterfall (1859)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Cascade in the Forest
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Bergen Park (Colorado) (1870)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Along the Hudson (1852)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Almy’s Pond, Newport (1860)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, An October Day in the White Mountains (1854)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, A Foggy Sky (1872)
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John Frederick Kensett Print, Sunset on the Sea
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Lake George, John Frederick Kensett Fine Art Print
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Edvard Munch Fine Art Print, Coastal Landscape (1904)
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Edvard Munch Fine Art Print, Kragerø In Spring (1929)
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Edvard Munch Fine Art Print, Returning Workers (1914)
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Edvard Munch Fine Art Print, Field in Snow (1907)
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Gustave Moreau Print, The Martyred Saint Sebastian (1869)
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Gustave Moreau Print, The Infant Moses (c. 1876)
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Gustave Moreau Print, The Chimera (1867)
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Gustave Moreau Print, The Apparition (1876)
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Gustave Moreau Print, Poet And Satyrs (C. 1890)
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Gustave Moreau Print, Pietà (death of Christ)
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Gustave Moreau Print, Perseus and Andromeda
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Gustave Moreau Print, The Dream of a Mogul Inhabitant (c 1881)
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Gustave Moreau Fine Art Print, The Death of Sappho (1872)
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Gustave Moreau Fine Art Print, The Bride of the Night
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Gustave Moreau Print, Hercules and The Lernaean Hydra (1875)
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Gustave Moreau Print, Diomedes Devoured by Horses (1866)
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Gustave Moreau Print, Diomedes Devoured by His Horses (c1865)
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Gustave Moreau Print, Dejanira (Autumn) (1872)
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Gustave Moreau Fine Art Print, Arion, Greek Poet
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Gustave Moreau Print, The Young Man And Death (1856)
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John Frederick Kensett, a central figure in the Hudson River School, is celebrated for his luminous landscapes that capture the quiet majesty of nature. Born in Cheshire, Connecticut, in 1816, Kensett initially trained as an engraver before turning his talents to painting. His artistic journey took him to Europe in the 1840s, where he honed his skills studying Old Masters and immersing himself in the scenic landscapes of Italy and Switzerland. This experience profoundly shaped his aesthetic, laying the foundation for the luminous style that would define his career. Kensett's return to America coincided with a burgeoning national appreciation for the wilderness. He became known for his serene depictions of the northeastern United States, particularly the shores of New England. His paintings often exuded a sense of tranquility, with their soft, diffused light and balanced compositions. Kensett’s works reflected not just a physical place but an emotional resonance—a reverence for nature's capacity to evoke introspection and peace. A key contributor to the luminism movement, Kensett mastered the interplay of light and atmosphere. Unlike the more dramatic vistas favored by his contemporaries, Kensett embraced subtlety. His seascapes, like “Lake George” and “Beacon Rock,” emphasized calm waters, open skies, and delicate tonal transitions. Through these elements, he invited viewers to pause and experience the sublime in the understated. Kensett’s legacy extended beyond his canvases. He was deeply involved in the cultural fabric of his time, co-founding the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and advocating for the preservation of natural spaces. His works became a bridge between art and environmental consciousness, celebrating the unspoiled beauty of the American landscape while hinting at the importance of its stewardship. Despite his relatively short life—he passed away in 1872 at the age of 56—Kensett left an indelible mark on American art. His ability to imbue ordinary scenes with a transcendent quality ensured his place among the greats of the 19th century. Today, his paintings remain a testament to a time when the natural world was both a source of inspiration and a refuge for the soul.