John Koch
John Koch | |
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| Born | August 18, 1909 Toledo, Ohio, US |
| Died | April 19, 1978 (aged 68) New York City, US |
| Education | self-taught |
| Known for | portraits, genre scenes |
| Notable work | Cocktail Party (1956) Studio – End of Day (1961) Siesta (1962) The Sculptor (1964) |
| Movement | Realism |
| Spouse | Dora Zaslavsky |
| Awards | National Academy of Design (multiple awards) National Arts Club gold medal |
John Koch (August 18, 1909 — April 19, 1978), (pronounced "KŌK") was an American painter and teacher, and an important figure in 20th century Realism. He is best known for his light-filled paintings of urban interiors, often featuring classical allusions, many set in his own Manhattan apartment.
His works are in the collections of prominent American museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Brooklyn Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and many others.