About James David Smillie
Lived 1833 – 1909 (aged 76). James David Smillie was an American painter, watercolorist, artist, printmaker, draftsperson and graphic artist.
James David Smillie (January 16, 1833 – September 15, 1909) was an American artist, cofounder of the American Watercolor Society and New York Etching Club. His brother was painter George Henry Smillie.
Biography
James David Smillie was born in New York City on January 16, 1833, to parents Catherine (née Vans Valkenburgh) and Scottish-born artist James S. Smillie (1807–1885). His brother, George Henry Smillie, was also a painter.
James David Smillie died on September 15, 1909, at his home in New York City. He was survived by his two children.
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American painter and illustrator (1833-1909)
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James David Smillie was born on 16 January 1833 in New York City.
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James David Smillie died on 14 September 1909 in New York City.
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James David Smillie was a painter, watercolorist, artist, printmaker, draftsperson and graphic artist.
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