Severin Roesen

Severin Roesen (c. 1815–c. 1872) was a German-American painter renowned for his opulent still-life compositions featuring fruits and flowers. Born in Germany, he immigrated to the United States around 1848, settling initially in New York City before moving to Pennsylvania. Roesen became a prominent figure in the mid-19th-century American art scene, contributing significantly to the still-life genre. His paintings are celebrated for their rich detail, vibrant colours, and realistic portrayal of nature's abundance, symbolising prosperity and the allure of the American landscape.

Severin Roesen (c. 1815–c. 1872) was a German-American painter renowned for his opulent still-life compositions featuring fruits and flowers. Born in Germany, he immigrated...
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Severin Roesen (c. 1815–c. 1872) was a German-American painter renowned for his opulent still-life compositions featuring fruits and flowers. Born in Germany, he immigrated to the United States around 1848, settling initially in New York City before moving to Pennsylvania. Roesen became a prominent figure in the mid-19th-century American art scene, contributing significantly to the still-life genre. His paintings are celebrated for their rich detail, vibrant colours, and realistic portrayal of nature's abundance, symbolising prosperity and the allure of the American landscape.

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