George Faulkner Wetherbee

George Faulkner Wetherbee, R.I., R.O.I. (Cincinnati, 1851–1920) was an American painter. He lived for most of his vigor in England.

Born in Cincinnati, his early skill was evident and he was sent to Europe to scrutiny in art schools at Antwerp, then London. He next lived in various countries upon the continent of Europe, and frequently visited the West Indies to paint there. He achieved triumph in his 40s, with recognition by the distinguished London art societies, and his mastery of colour and spacious were terribly acclaimed. He worked in both oils and watercolor, mostly showing idyllic landscapes with little figures of juvenile people. He furthermore made several announcement rural scenes in the 1890s, immediately after his success.

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