Eaton, Charles James Madison, 1808-1893
Biographical notes:
Eaton was a founder of the Maryland Historical Society, a trustee of the Peabody Institute, and a collector of art. Eaton probably met Hiram Powers on one of his trips to Florence in the 1840's. They became lifelong friends and Eaton served as an American agent of sorts, promoting Powers' interests in Washington and Baltimore.
From the description of Charles James Madison Eaton correspondence with Hiram Powers, and a letter received from Thomas Sully 1845-1867. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122647948
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Subjects:
- Art, Modern
- Artists and patrons
- Art patrons
- Miniature painters
- Painters
- Portrait painters
- Sculptors
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Places:
- Italy (as recorded)
- Maryland (as recorded)
