Colin Campbell Cooper
Colin Campbell Cooper (1856–1937) was an American Impressionist painter best known for his urban landscapes, particularly his depictions of skyscrapers and bustling city scenes in New York and Chicago. Born in Philadelphia, Cooper studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and later at the Académie Julian in Paris. He was influenced by the Impressionists and incorporated their techniques of loose brushwork and vibrant light into his work, while focusing on modern urban life. His paintings often captured the grandeur and energy of early 20th-century cities, making him one of the few American artists to focus extensively on architecture as a subject.
Cooper also painted landscapes and genre scenes, often featuring European cities such as Paris and Venice, but his most significant contributions are his portrayals of the American cityscape. His works are now held in major American collections, including the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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Full Name: Colin Campbell Cooper
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Birth and Death: 1856–1937
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Profession: Impressionist Painter
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Influences: American Impressionism, Urban Life
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Legacy: Known for his vibrant depictions of skyscrapers and urban scenes, Cooper’s works are housed in major American institutions such as the Smithsonian American Art Museum.
