American
Born in New York City, James Bard would become one of the nation’s top marine painters, chronicling the commercial activity of the Hudson River. Although he occasionally painted schooners and yachts, he is best known for depicting steamboats, the technological marvel of his generation. While his paintings are remarkable for their draftsmanship and precise nautical detail, they represent flawless idealizations rather than working vessels.
Born
1815
Died
1897