American Painters (1880) is a book written by George William Sheldon, which provides a comprehensive overview of the American art scene during the late 19th century. The book covers a wide range of artists, including both well-known and lesser-known figures, and explores their individual styles and contributions to the art world. Sheldon's writing is highly descriptive, and he provides detailed analysis of the various artworks that he discusses. He also includes biographical information about each artist, giving readers insight into their personal lives and the influences that shaped their work. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different genre of painting. These include landscapes, portraits, still lifes, and historical paintings. Sheldon's writing is accompanied by numerous illustrations, which help to bring the artworks to life and give readers a visual understanding of the styles and techniques employed by the artists. Overall, American Painters (1880) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American art. It provides a thorough and engaging overview of the artists and works that shaped the art scene during this period, and is sure to be of interest to art historians, students, and enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.