Aaron Shikler
Aaron Abraham Shikler (March 18, 1922 – November 12, 2015) was an American artist. He was known for his portraits of American statesmen and celebrities like Jane Engelhard and Sister Parish. He was mainly known for painting the official White House portraits of John F. Kennedy and Nancy Reagan. Shikler was born in Brooklyn, New York City.
Shikler died in Manhattan, New York City from renal failure, aged 93.[1]
Aaron Shikler Media
White House Curator William G. Allman discusses the inspiration behind Shikler's 1970 portrait of John F. Kennedy
Jackie Kennedy's official White House portrait by Shikler hangs in the Vermeil Room.
Official Presidential portrait of John F. Kennedy painted by Shikler.
Nancy Reagan's official White House portrait by Shikler hangs in the Vermeil Room.
Official Senate portrait of Tom Daschle
Portrait of Montana Senator Mike Mansfield
References
Other websites
- 'Oil Portrait of John F. Kennedy'.
- Brief biography at the Davis & Langdale gallery
- Renowned Painter Aaron Shikler Reveals Stories behind Famous White House Portraits
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