About the artist
The sinking of the Battleship Maine in 1898 led to Christy's opportunity as a war illustrator. Sketching the Rough Riders' actions, he fueled American patriotism, and earned massive fame back home. Post-war, he created the iconic "Christy's Girl," depicting the ideal American woman. Christy's fame resulted in weekly earnings that are equivalent to half a million dollars today.
In the 1920s, Christy returned to portraiture, painting celebrated figures and even contributing to the U.S. Capitol Building's art. This distinguished life ended on March 3, 1952, in New York, with Christy leaving an indelible mark on the art world.
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