Henry Ossawa Tanner

Henry Ossawa Tanner was a sort of pioneer within the arts as he was one of the first African American painters to gain international recognition. Most of his works dealt with biblical themes and quietness. Further, his paintings have warm aspects and spirituality attached to them. Tanner’s painting even more powerfully captures some of the most profound emotions and feelings one could ever think of. He does this by combining real-life experiences with what he sees in nature through observation. For collectors looking for meaningful, historically significant art, Henry Ossawa Tanner's work represents artistry and resilience.