Thomas Eakins (TOM-uhs AY-kins)
American Realist Painter
Thomas Cowperthwait Eakins
Thomas Eakins was a significant American painter, photographer, sculptor, and fine arts educator. He is widely acknowledged to be one of the most important artists in American art history. Eakins' work focused on the human figure, often depicting deep psychological complexity and realism. His unflinching approach to realism, combined with his interest in the human anatomy, was both innovative and controversial. Eakins' most famous works include "The Gross Clinic" and "The Agnew Clinic," which depict medical surgeries in graphic detail and are considered precursors to modern medical illustration.
Mental characteristics
Sexuality
Eakins painted the male nude with obsessive detail, often using his male students and inserting himself into compositions. He was dismissed from institutions for inappropriate behavior, and modern scholars often interpret his work and conduct through a queer lens.
Species
Realm
Date of Birth
July 25, 1844
Date of Death
June 25, 1916
Life
1844 CE
1916 CE
72 years old
Circumstances of Death
Heart disease
Birthplace
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Place of Death
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Children
Sex
Male
Sexuality
LGBT
