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A Scene in the White Mountains Aaron Allan Edson, 1873
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A Scene in the White Mountains

Aaron Allan Edson Β· 1873

Why it's great

Mountains rise above a quiet valley, with the soft light of dawn or dusk. Aaron Allan Edson painted landscapes in Quebec and the White Mountains of New Hampshire. He was part of a generation of Canadian painters who showed the beauty of the land. It's a peaceful wilderness view.

Where to see it

πŸ“ Royal Collection

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About the artist

Aaron Allan Edson

1846–1888 Β· born in Stanbridge Β· died in Sutton

Aaron Allan Edson was born in Quebec and became a Canadian landscape painter who painted the forests and mountains of the east. He lived in Montreal and worked in Quebec and New England. His quiet, glowing landscapes were very popular. He died in 1888.

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