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Harnett’s paintings were extremely popular with the public, but most critics thought his works were mere trickery. Both groups ignored his outstanding skill in abstract composition. After a long period of disrepute, Harnett’s works again were appreciated and sought after in the mid-20th century. <ref> [http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/255646/William-Michael-Harnett William Harnett] Encyclopædia Britannica Online </ref> | Harnett’s paintings were extremely popular with the public, but most critics thought his works were mere trickery. Both groups ignored his outstanding skill in abstract composition. After a long period of disrepute, Harnett’s works again were appreciated and sought after in the mid-20th century. <ref> [http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/255646/William-Michael-Harnett William Harnett] Encyclopædia Britannica Online </ref> | ||
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William Michael Harnett (1848 - 1892) was an Irish-born American painter.
Harnett’s paintings were extremely popular with the public, but most critics thought his works were mere trickery. Both groups ignored his outstanding skill in abstract composition. After a long period of disrepute, Harnett’s works again were appreciated and sought after in the mid-20th century. [1]
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- ↑ William Harnett Encyclopædia Britannica Online