Titian Peale
American naturalist, artist and explorer (1799–1885) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Titian Ramsay Peale (November 17, 1799 – March 13, 1885) was an American artist, naturalist, and explorer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[1] He was a scientific illustrator whose paintings and drawings of wildlife are known for their beauty and accuracy.[2][3]
Titian Ramsay Peale | |
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Born | (1799-11-17)November 17, 1799 |
Died | March 13, 1885(1885-03-13) (aged 85) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US |
Nationality | American |
Education | Charles Willson Peale Thomas Say |
Known for | Drawing and Watercolor Natural history |
Notable work | American Philosophical Society |
Peale was a member of several high-profile scientific expeditions. In 1819–20, he and Thomas Say accompanied Stephen Harriman Long on an expedition to the Rocky Mountains.[4] He was also a member of the United States Exploring Expedition (1838–1842).[5]
Starting around 1855, Peale became an enthusiastic amateur photographer. Many of his photographs featured buildings and landscapes in and around Washington D.C. He joined a local club with other amateur photographers and participated in field trips, photo exchanges and contests. By the end of the Civil War, his interest in photography waned and he only occasionally took pictures.[6]