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Grandma Moses

(1860–1961) Painter United States

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Grandma Moses was a painter from the United States, best known for Grandma Moses, America primitive.

Quick Facts About Grandma Moses

Born
September 7, 1860
Died
December 13, 1961
Nationality
United States
Profession
Painter
Notable works
Grandma Moses, America primitive
Known for
July Fourth, Black Horses, The Battle of Bennington, Sugaring Off, Grandma Moses
Spouse
Thomas Salmon Moses

About Grandma Moses

Anna Mary Robertson Moses, popularly known as Grandma Moses, was an American folk artist. She began painting in earnest at the age of 78 and is a prominent example of a newly successful art career at an advanced age. Moses gained popularity during the 1950s, having been featured on a cover of Time Magazine in 1953. She was a subject of numerous television programs and of a 1950 Oscar-nominated biographical documentary. Her autobiography, titled My Life's History, was published in 1952. She was also awarded two honorary doctoral degrees.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

prize honorary doctorate lifetime achievement award candidate

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