Edward Hopper
Edward Hopper (July 22, 1882 – May 15, 1967) was an American realist painter and printmaker. While he is widely known for his oil paintings, he was equally proficient as a watercolorist and printmaker in etching.
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| Born | July 22, 1882 Nyack, New York, U.S. |
| Died | May 15, 1967 (aged 84) Manhattan, New York City, U.S. |
| Education | Parsons School of Design |
| Known for | Painting |
| Notable work | Automat (1927) Chop Suey (1929) Nighthawks (1942) Office in a Small City (1953) |
| Movement | Realism |
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Hopper created subdued drama out of commonplace subjects layered with a poetic meaning, inviting narrative interpretations. He was praised for "complete verity" in the America he portrayed. His career benefited significantly from his marriage to fellow artist Josephine Nivison, who contributed much to his work, both as a life-model and as a creative partner.
Hopper is one of America's most renowned artists. His influence on art and popular culture has been substantial. Among his best-known paintings are New York Movie (1939) and Nighthawks (1942).