Henry Peteers Gray

Background

Gray, Henry Peteers was born on June 23, 1819 in New York City. Son of George W. Gray.

Education

Born in New York City he was a pupil of Daniel Huntington in New York, and subsequently studied in Rome and Florence.

Career

The later years of his life were devoted to portrait work. He was strongly influenced by the old Italian masters, painting in mellow colour with a classical tendency. One of his notable canvases was an allegorical composition called "The Birth of our Flag" (1875).

He died in New York City.

Achievements

• Henry Peteers Gray has been listed as a notable painter by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Elected a member of the National Academy of Design in 1842, he succeeded Huntington as president in 1870, holding the position until 1871.

Connections

Married Mission Clark, 1843.

Father:

George West. Gray. Gray

Spouse:

Mission Clark