Fitz Henry Lane Collection

The Fort and Ten Pound Island, Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1847. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
The Fort and Ten Pound Island, Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1847.

Brig Off the Maine Coast (image 1 of 2), 1851. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
Brig Off the Maine Coast (image 1 of 2), 1851

Boston Harbor, Sunset, between 1850 and 1855. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
Boston Harbor, Sunset, between 1850 and 1855

The Maniac, 1880. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
The Maniac, 1880

The Salem Mechanick Light Infantry Quick Step, 1836. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
The Salem Mechanick Light Infantry Quick Step, 1836

View of the Battle Ground at Concord, Massachusetts, c. 1850. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
View of the Battle Ground at Concord, Massachusetts, c. 1850

View of the Town of Gloucester, Massachusetts, c. 1836. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
View of the Town of Gloucester, Massachusetts, c. 1836

The United States Frigate "President"Engaging the British Squadron, 1815, 1850
The United States Frigate " President" Engaging the British Squadron, 1815, 1850

New York Harbor, 1852. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
New York Harbor, 1852

Lumber Schooners at Evening on Penobscot Bay, 1863. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
Lumber Schooners at Evening on Penobscot Bay, 1863

Becalmed off Halfway Rock, 1860. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
Becalmed off Halfway Rock, 1860

Stage Fort across Gloucester Harbor, 1862. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
Stage Fort across Gloucester Harbor, 1862

The Golden State Entering New York Harbor, 1854. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
The Golden State Entering New York Harbor, 1854

Harbor of Boston, with the City in the Distance, c. 1846-1847. Creator: Fitz Henry Lane (American)
Harbor of Boston, with the City in the Distance, c. 1846-1847. In this late afternoon view of Boston Harbor, Lane masterfully evoked the diffuse quality of sunlight reflecting off water

Fitz Henry Lane, New York Harbor, American, 1804-1865, 1852, oil on canvas

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Fitz Henry Lane was a 19th-century American painter known for his stunning maritime landscapes and seascapes. Born in Gloucester, Massachusetts in 1804, Lane's passion for the sea and ships is evident in his meticulous attention to detail and realistic portrayal of light and atmosphere. Lane's work often captures the beauty and power of the ocean, with dramatic skies and shimmering waters that seem to come alive on canvas. His paintings are not only visually striking but also serve as historical records of maritime life during his time. Despite facing challenges such as limited formal training and financial struggles, Lane persevered and honed his craft, eventually gaining recognition for his talent. Today, his works are highly sought after by collectors around the world. Fitz Henry Lane's legacy lives on through his timeless masterpieces that continue to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. His ability to capture the essence of the sea with such precision and emotion cements him as one of America's greatest marine painters.