Background
Brown, John George was born on November 11, 1831 in Durham, England. Son of John and Ann Brown.
Brown, John George was born on November 11, 1831 in Durham, England. Son of John and Ann Brown.
Education common schools and Newcastle-on-Tyne, England, studied art in England, Scotland and United States.
Came to America, November 1853. Began to paint in Brooklyn, 1856. Specially known as a painter of New York street boys.
Principal works: A Merry Air with a Sad Heart. A Thrilling Moment; The Stump Speech. Training the Dog; Heels Over Head.
The Passing Show; To Decide the Question. 3 for 5 Cents; Be Mine.
Member jury of awards, Chicago Exposition, 1893. Honorary mention, Paris, 1889.
Married Mary Owen, September 10, 1856. Married second, Emma A. Owen, 1871.