Clapsaddle, Ellen
Written by admin on 23 August, 2009 – 6:02 pm -Born Ellen Hattie Clapsaddle on 8 January 1863 in New York State, Ellen Clapsaddle was one of, if not the most prolific postcard and greeting card artist of her era. Her ability to draw was noticed from a very early age and was encouraged accordingly by her parents and teachers. She studied at the Cooper Institute in NY for two years from 1882 before returning home to begin her career of teaching art from home. After the death of her father in 1891 Ellen moved with her mother to live with her Aunt. She lived there for 14 years teaching art and also creating and selling artwork of various descriptions. In 1905 whilst Ellen was working in Germany for the International Art Company her mother died. After returning home in 1906, Ellen was hired... more
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