Ironically, days after I posted about my Dad's great uncle Vincent Read about him here., one of my uncles near NYC connected with his grandson. Tom has shared quite a few images and has shed some light on his life.
Here is an excerpt of an email he wrote in 2006 to a museum which housed some of his collection:
Despite creating some wonderful paintings, what my grandfather was really known for was his knowledge of history and his collection of original documents, letters images, posters and photos. His paintings and documents were featured in many encyclopedia's, (1940 and 1950's era) and reference to his archives can be found in most historical works on William Cody that were written during this era. Within the family we have dozens of autographed first edition books from writers that had used his materials in their publications. Even today 40 years after his death, his collection will be featured in upcoming PBS specials including one on Annie Oakley this month and one on the Transcontinental railroad in June.
This is an incredible painting of Custer's Last Stand.
And a very unique portrait of Christ...
Apparently, he started out with watercolors (like the ones I own) and as he matured as an artist, progressed to oils such as these. I think its inspiring to learn about someone who has a passion for something and can go on to share these passions with future generations.
Here is an excerpt of an email he wrote in 2006 to a museum which housed some of his collection:
Despite creating some wonderful paintings, what my grandfather was really known for was his knowledge of history and his collection of original documents, letters images, posters and photos. His paintings and documents were featured in many encyclopedia's, (1940 and 1950's era) and reference to his archives can be found in most historical works on William Cody that were written during this era. Within the family we have dozens of autographed first edition books from writers that had used his materials in their publications. Even today 40 years after his death, his collection will be featured in upcoming PBS specials including one on Annie Oakley this month and one on the Transcontinental railroad in June.
This is an incredible painting of Custer's Last Stand.
And another fascinating portrait - one of William Cody.
