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Thomas Sully

American painter (1783-1872) · United States · On the map · Artists · Died at 89

Thomas Sully was an English-American portrait painter. He was born in England, became a naturalized American citizen in 1809, and lived most of his life in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including in the Thomas Sully Residence. He studied painting in England under Benjamin West.

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He painted in the style of Thomas Lawrence and has been referred to as the "Sir Thomas Lawrence of America".

Country
United States
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1783 to 1872 · aged 89