Alexander Harmer Paintings

Made by alexander harmer 1856 1925 an artist considered to be the first important painter of the west and a leader in california s art community of the late 1800s and early 1900s.

Alexander harmer paintings. Harmer was a pioneer among the many artists who ventured west to capture the unknown frontiers of america. Harmer is also responsible for establishing the first major art colony in the region at the turn of the century. Exhibited santa barbara santa barbara historical museum. The harmers are buried in calvary cemetery santa barbara.

Always custom made on premium grade canvas by european artists. 1 battle of the flowers f. Harmer 1856 1925 first visit of the grandchild signed dated and inscribed alexander harmer santa barbara cal 1918 lower left oil on canvas 25 x 30in overall. The first important artist to settle in california he is known as the artist of the apache indians and for his integrity in documenting early california life.

Biography alexander francis harmer born in newark new jersey alexander harmer is considered southern california s first great painter of the 19th century edan hughes. 33 1 2 x 38 1 2in painted in 1918 provenance estate of the artist. Alexander harmer died in 1925 leaving a legacy of art dedicated to the american west. Displaying 1 to 6 of 6 oil paintings display.

Harmer was a pioneer in the portrayal of the fantasy of the west and his most. Harmer executed a large suite of paintings on santa cruz island most of which are in the collection of the santa cruz island foundation.