Charles Dana Gibson
Charles Dana Gibson | |
|---|---|
Gibson c. 1900 | |
| Born | September 14, 1867 Roxbury, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | December 23, 1944 (aged 77) New York City, U.S. |
| Education | Art Students League of New York |
| Known for | Illustration |
| Notable work | Gibson Girl series |
| Spouse |
Irene Langhorne (m. 1895) |
Charles Dana Gibson (September 14, 1867 – December 23, 1944) was an American illustrator who created the Gibson Girl, an iconic representation of the beautiful and independent American woman at the turn of the 20th century.
He published his illustrations in Life magazine and other major national publications for more than 30 years, becoming editor in 1918 and later owner of the general interest magazine.