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Carlton Theodore Chapman Art

American, 1860-1925
Born in New London, OH on Sept. 18, 1860, Carlton Chapman studied in New York City at the National Academy of Design and the Art Students League, and in Paris at Académie Julian. He was a resident of Los Angeles in 1912-18. He died in New York City on Feb. 12, 1925. Member: National Academy and California Art Club. Exhibition: World's Columbian Expo (Chicago), 1893 (award); Atlanta Expo, 1895 (award); Pan-American Expo, Buffalo, 1901 (medal); Albright Gallery (Buffalo), 1906; Kanst Gallery (LA), 1912. Collections: Toledo Museum; Brooklyn Institute.
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Artist: Carlton Theodore Chapman
New England Fort
New England Fort

New England Fort

By Carlton Theodore Chapman

Located in Fredericksburg, VA

This c. 1900 watercolor by Carlton T. Chapman depicts a quiet harbor scene with moored sailing vessels and weathered wooden docks extending into calm blue water. Known for his mariti...

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Early 20th Century American Impressionist Carlton Theodore Chapman Art

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Ships in Harbor
Ships in Harbor

Ships in Harbor

By Carlton Theodore Chapman

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Signature: Signed Lower Right

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