Thomas Moran

United States 1837-1926
Thomas Moran (1837-1926) was an esteemed American artist renowned for his landscape paintings and watercolors, particularly those that captured the majestic vistas of the American West. Born in Bolton, England, Moran immigrated to the United States at a young age and grew up in Philadelphia, where he began his artistic career. Moran's work played a pivotal role in shaping public perceptions of the American frontier, as his evocative images helped inspire the establishment of several national parks. He is best known for his participation in the 1871 Hayden Geological Survey, which led him to explore the Yellowstone region. The breathtaking landscapes Moran depicted were instrumental in convincing Congress to designate Yellowstone as the first national park in 1872. His masterful painting "The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone" (1872) stands as one of the most iconic representations of this natural wonder. Throughout his life, Moran was deeply influenced by the Hudson River School, yet his style evolved into what became known as Luminism, characterized by radiant light effects and meticulous attention to detail. His canvases often featured dramatic rock formations, vast skies, and vividly hued sunsets, imbuing these scenes with a sense of grandeur and awe-inspiring beauty. His contributions extend beyond oil painting; Moran was also a prolific printmaker and a skilled etcher, producing works that further disseminated the picturesque landscapes of the American West. Notably, his illustrations appeared in Scribner's Monthly, enhancing the magazine's coverage of the American frontier. In addition to Yellowstone, Moran's travels took him to other regions rich in natural splendor, including the Grand Canyon, the Sierra Nevada, and the Great Plains. Through his artistry, Moran contributed significantly to the development of American landscape painting, becoming one of the premier interpreters of the nation's wilderness. Ultimately, Thomas Moran's legacy endures through his ability to convey the sublime power and spiritual essence of the natural world, earning him a place among the most celebrated artists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His body of work not only documents but also contributes to the narrative of American history and environmental conservation.

Collection of Works(Page 1)

A Bit of Acoma, New Mexico,Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, outdoors, sky, scenery, cloud, day, rock
A Bit of Acoma, New Mexico
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 2859 × 2445 px
A View of Venice,Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, sky, outdoors, scenery, day, cloud
A View of Venice
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 2174 × 3032 px
An Indian Paradise (Green River, Wyoming),Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, outdoors, tree, scenery
An Indian Paradise (Green River, Wyoming)
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 9564 × 7025 px
Cliffs of Ecclesbourne Near Hastings,Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, no humans, outdoors, scenery
Cliffs of Ecclesbourne Near Hastings
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 3880 × 3200 px
A Mexican Hacienda, Lake Cuitzeo,Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, scenery, tree, nature, outdoors
A Mexican Hacienda, Lake Cuitzeo
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 4880 × 5966 px
Above Tower Falls, Yellowstone,Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, no humans, rock, water, scenery
Above Tower Falls, Yellowstone
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 4224 × 6177 px
Basin of San Marco,Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, traditional media, water, castle, sky, cloud
Basin of San Marco
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 1910 × 1159 px
Cliffs Of The Upper Colorado River, Wyoming Territory,Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, scenery
Cliffs Of The Upper Colorado River, Wyoming Territory
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 5494 × 3696 px
A Mountain of Loadstone-Arabian Nights,Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, no humans, scenery, outdoors
A Mountain of Loadstone-Arabian Nights
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 2890 × 1934 px
Alpine Landscape,Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, scenery, outdoors, no humans, sand, tree
Alpine Landscape
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 5152 × 2976 px
Beverly N.J.,Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, boat, tree, watercraft, scenery, outdoors, water
Beverly N.J.
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 3000 × 1538 px
Cliffs of the Upper Colorado River, Wyoming Territory,Thomas Moran,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, outdoors, tree
Cliffs of the Upper Colorado River, Wyoming Territory
Painter: Thomas Moran
Resolution: 1941 × 3372 px