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          Elihu Vedder Most Popular Paintings

          The 25 artworks by Elihu Vedder our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

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          (Illustration for Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám) The Bitter Cup by Elihu Vedder, 1884

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #1: (Illustration for Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám) The Bitter Cup
          1884 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 34 x 26 cm

          Elihu Vedder's 'The Bitter Cup' (1884) is a haunting watercolor illustration from Omar Khayyam’s Rubaiyat, capturing themes of mortality and beauty with evocative symbolism.

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          The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 1 – original artwork by Elihu Vedder

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #2: The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 1
          1867 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 78 x 110 cm

          Explore Elihu Vedder’s ‘The Fable of the Miller’! A Symbolist masterpiece depicting Aesop's tale in a rustic Italian setting. Classic realism & moral depth.

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          No. 2 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          The Fates Gathering in the Stars (1887)

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          1887 · Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago

          Elihu Vedder's "The Fates Gathering in the Stars" (1887) depicts three goddesses amidst swirling clouds, showcasing Symbolist drama and Renaissance influence – a captivating masterpiece.

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          No. 3 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          (Illustration for Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám) The Cup of Death, 1884, Elihu Vedder

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #4: (Illustration for Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám) The Cup of Death
          1884 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 49 x 37 cm

          Experience the tender intimacy of Elihu Vedder's 1884 illustration, capturing a gentle moment between lovers amidst scattered books; discover this romantic masterpiece today.

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          No. 4 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 9, 1867, Elihu Vedder

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #5: The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 9
          1867 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 17 x 27 cm

          Inspired by Aesop’s fable and influenced by Italian Renaissance painters like Giovanni Costa.

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          The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 8 by Elihu Vedder

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #6: The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 8
          1867 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 17 x 27 cm

          Explore Elihu Vedder’s ‘The Fable of the Miller’! A visionary Symbolist painting (1867) depicting Aesop's tale in earthy tones. Discover American art history.

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          No. 6 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 4 – original artwork

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #7: The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 4
          1867 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 17 x 27 cm

          Explore 'The Fable of the Miller' by Elihu Vedder (1867). A Symbolist masterpiece depicting Aesop’s tale in a realistic style, rich in classical allusions & earthy tones. Discover American art history.

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          The Lost Mind – original artwork

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #8: The Lost Mind
          1864 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 99.4 x 59.1cm

          This somber Romantic oil painting by Elihu Vedder captures a solitary woman in a desolate landscape. Explore this evocative masterpiece today.

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          No. 8 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          The Sun God (1882)

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          1882 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 78 x 37 cm

          A mesmerizing symbolist vision of a crowned female deity emerges in Elihu Vedder's The Sun God, an 1882 masterpiece of mystical beauty that invites you to bring this captivating piece of history into your collection.

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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 9 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 6 by Elihu Vedder, 1867

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #10: The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 6
          1867 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 17 x 27 cm

          Explore Elihu Vedder’s ‘The Fable of the Miller’! A visionary Symbolist painting rich in classical allusions & earthy tones. Discover this 1867 masterpiece's unique style and narrative depth.

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          No. 10 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          Feisole by Elihu Vedder, 1859

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          1859 · Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit

          Explore 'Feisole' by Elihu Vedder (1859). A Romantic Italian landscape painting showcasing serene beauty & architectural detail. Discover Symbolist art & Vedder’s evocative style.

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          No. 11 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          A Glimpse into Hell, or Fear by Elihu Vedder, 1893

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #12: A Glimpse into Hell, or Fear
          1893 · Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago

          This haunting Symbolist oil painting by Elihu Vedder captures intense psychological dread. Discover this evocative masterpiece today.

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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 12 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 5 – original artwork

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #13: The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 5
          1867 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 17 x 27 cm

          Explore Elihu Vedder’s ‘The Fable of the Miller’! A visionary Symbolist painting (1867) depicting Aesop's tale in earthy tones. Discover American art history.

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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 13 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          (Illustration for Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám) The Magdalen

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #14: (Illustration for Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám) The Magdalen
          1884 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 49 x 37 cm

          A hauntingly beautiful illustration from Omar Khayyam's Rubaiyat by Elihu Vedder (1884). This evocative image captures the melancholic spirit of the poems with its symbolic imagery and masterful technique.

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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 14 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          Cypress and Poppies (1880)

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #15: Cypress and Poppies
          1880 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 24.8 x 50.8cm

          This impressionistic oil sketch by Elihu Vedder captures a serene garden at dusk. Discover the beauty of this tranquil landscape today.

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          No. 15 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          The Cup of Death, Elihu Vedder

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          Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 113.98 x 57.15cm

          This somber Symbolist painting by Elihu Vedder depicts a ritualistic scene of mortality. Explore this evocative masterpiece today.

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          The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 7 by Elihu Vedder

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #17: The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 7
          1867 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 17 x 27 cm

          Inspired by Aesop’s fable and influenced by Italian Renaissance art, Vedder's masterpiece showcases Symbolist aesthetics.

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          Pansies and Spirea by Elihu Vedder, 1882

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          1882 · Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven
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          No. 18 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          Memory by Elihu Vedder, 1870

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          1870 · Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Los Angeles · original 51.2 x 37.47cm
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          No. 19 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          Soul in Bondage by Elihu Vedder, 1891

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #20: Soul in Bondage
          1891 · Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn · original 96.1 x 60.9cm
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          The Keeper of the Threshold by Elihu Vedder

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #21: The Keeper of the Threshold
          1897 · Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh · original 132.08 x 132.08cm
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          San Gimignano by Elihu Vedder, 1879

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          1879 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 35.2 x 27.3cm
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          No. 22 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          Elihu Vedder: The Poet Bears the Sorrows of the World

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #23: The Poet Bears the Sorrows of the World
          1890 · Georgia Museum of Art, Athens
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          No. 23 of 119 artworks by Elihu Vedder
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          Elihu Vedder: The Cumean Sibyl

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          1876 · Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit
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          The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 3 by Elihu Vedder, 1867

          View the most popular artwork of Elihu Vedder ranked #25: The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey No. 3
          1867 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 17 x 27 cm

          Explore Elihu Vedder’s ‘The Fable of the Miller’! A visionary Symbolist painting (1867) depicting Aesop's tale in earthy tones. Discover American art history.

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          The artist

          Elihu Vedder

          1836 – 1923

          Portrait of Elihu Vedder
          Quick facts
          • Also known asエリュー・ヴェッダー, Илайхью Веддер, Еліу Веддер, 伊莱休·维德
          • Emotional tonemelancholic
          • Art period19th Century
          • Topics exploreddonkey, italy, symbolism, symbolic imagery, allegory
          • Room fitliving room
          • Top-ranked work(Illustration for Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám) The Bitter Cup
          • Copyright statusPublic domain
          • Color intensitybalanced, monochromatic
          Biography

          Early Life and Artistic Training

          • Born: February 26, 1836, New York City, United States
          • Died: January 29, 1923, Rome, Italy

          Elijah Vedder was born into a family with unique circumstances – his parents were cousins. His early life was shaped by diverse experiences including time spent in Cuba due to his father's relocation and periods between his maternal grandfather’s home in Schenectady and boarding school. Despite initial reservations from his father, Vedder's artistic ambitions were supported by his mother.

          • Early Training: Vedder began formal training in New York City under Tompkins H. Matteson.
          • European Studies: He furthered his studies in Paris with François-Édouard Picot and later in Italy, where he was profoundly influenced by the Italian Renaissance and the Macchiaioli painters.
          • Italian Influence: His time in Italy fostered a deep emotional connection with fellow painter Giovanni Costa, leading to travels before financial constraints forced his return to America.

          Career Highlights and Notable Works

          Vedder’s career spanned various artistic disciplines, from painting and illustration to mural design and poetry. He cultivated friendships with prominent figures like Walt Whitman and Herman Melville.

          • Illustrations for the Rubaiyat: Vedder is best known for his fifty-five illustrations accompanying Edward FitzGerald's translation of The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyam (deluxe edition). These illustrations are considered masterpieces of Symbolist art.
          • Visionary Paintings: Notable paintings include "The Roc’s Egg," “The Fisherman and the Genii,” and “Lair of the Sea Serpent,” showcasing his visionary style and imaginative themes.
          • Mural Work: He decorated the hallway of the Reading Room in the Washington Library of Congress with mural paintings.
          • Tiffany Collaboration: Vedder collaborated with Louis Comfort Tiffany, designing glassware, mosaics, and statuettes for the Tiffany company.

          Artistic Style and Influences

          Vedder’s artistic style is characterized by its visionary nature, romantic imagery, and frequent incorporation of Oriental influences.

          • Symbolism: Vedder was a key figure in the Symbolist movement, emphasizing emotion and individualism over strict realism.
          • Pre-Raphaelites: His time in England exposed him to the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, influencing his artistic style towards greater clarity and detail.
          • English and Irish Mystics: He was influenced by the works of William Blake and William Butler Yeats, reflecting a fascination with mysticism and spirituality.
          • Italian Renaissance & Macchiaioli: His studies in Italy shaped his understanding of form, color, and composition.

          Legacy and Later Life

          Vedder’s contributions to American art extended beyond painting. He helped establish the In Arte Libertas group in Italy and left behind a body of written work including autobiographical reflections and poetry.

          • Membership: Vedder was a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters.
          • Literary Pursuits: He published The Digressions of V (1910), Miscellaneous Moods in Verse (1914), and Doubt and Other Things (1922).
          • Later Years: Vedder spent his later years primarily in Italy, continuing to create art and write until his death in Rome in 1923. His legacy endures through his evocative paintings and illustrations that continue to captivate audiences today.

          Questions & Answers

          What are the birthplace and birth year of Elihu Vedder?

          Elihu Vedder was born in New York City in 1836.

          Where is Elihu Vedder from?

          Elihu Vedder was born in United States.

          In which historical period did Elihu Vedder work?

          Elihu Vedder worked in the 19th-Century period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

          By the OriginalUniqueArt.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026
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