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john f francis

1905 – 1990

john f francis
Modern
Modern

john f francis

Born 1905 Died 1990

The Quiet Mastery of John F. Francis In the vibrant and often boisterous landscape of nineteenth-century American art, there existed a corner of profound stillness and delicate beauty, inhabited by the masterful hand of John F. Francis. Born in Philadelphia on August 13, 1808, to French Catholic parents, Francis emerged from a city steeped in artistic tradition to become one of the most respected practitioners of tonalism. While his c…

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through john f francis's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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