George Alexis Weymouth - Wikipedia
George Alexis Weymouth (June 2, 1936 – April 24, 2016), better known as Frolic Weymouth, was an American artist, whip or stager, and conservationist. He served on the United States Commission of Fine Arts in the 1970s and was a member of the Du Pont family.
Big Bend's Prior Owner — Frolic Weymouth - County Lines Online
2024年1月29日 · Some background: George A. “Frolic” Weymouth (1936–2016) was perhaps best known for his philanthropic work, in particular as a founder and longtime chairman of the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art. He was also a remarkable artist. Much like his friend and artistic mentor Andrew Wyeth, Weymouth was private about his painting.
A Life In Art: The Quiet Reputation of George ‘Frolic’ Weymouth
No matter how meticulously George Alexis “Frolic” Weymouth applies layers of paint to depict a stalk of grass, twist of weed, or the character of a friend — at the center remains a mystery, as ungraspable as the well of emotional energy that keeps his hands and eyes moving.
“The Way Back” Explores the Paintings of George A. Weymouth
2018年1月25日 · Opening January 27, the exhibition will be the first comprehensive one of Weymouth’s art career, delving into his contributions to American painting. The lead image for the show is the iconic 1963 tempera “The Way Back.” It’s both a self-portrait and a portrait of Weymouth’s cherished home, The Big Bend.
Brandywine Conservancy founder 'Frolic' Weymouth dies - The News Journal
2016年4月25日 · George A. “Frolic” Weymouth, a creative force in the environment and fine arts for many decades, died Sunday at the age of 79. His death was announced by the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of...
Exploring the artistic legacy of George A. ‘Frolic’ Weymouth
2018年4月17日 · Perhaps best known for his legacy of philanthropic work, George A. “Frolic” Weymouth was also an accomplished painter. A new exhibit at the museum he helped found looks at his artistic legacy. “Frolic,” as he was known …
Conservationist, artist 'Frolic' Weymouth dies - Chadds Ford Live
2016年4月25日 · George A. “Frolic” Weymouth was a visionary conservationist, philanthropist, a highly-talented artist and accomplished sportsman. In 1967, Weymouth, along with Bill Pricket and Francis I. DuPont, purchased two parcels of land in Chadds Ford totaling 47 acres that were threatened with industrial development, thereby founding the organization ...
GEORGE WEYMOUTH Obituary (2016) - New York, NY - New …
2016年4月26日 · George A. "Frolic" Weymouth was a visionary conservationist, philanthropist, a highly-talented artist and accomplished sportsman.
George A. Weymouth – U.S. Department of State - Art in Embassies
George Alexis Weymouth, (born 1936) known better as “Frolic” Weymouth, is an American artist, whip or stager, and conservationist. He lives in and protects the Brandywine Valley. Weymouth’s early work, done in egg tempera, was often highly personal.
George “Frolic” Weymouth - WeConservePA
Artist and conservationist, George A. “Frolic” Weymouth has had a tremendous impact on land preservation, cultural and historic resources, and American art. In 1967, he persuaded friends, F.I. du Pont and William Prickett, to help him buy two parcels of land along the Brandywine that were proposed for industrial development.