Violet Oakley

thumb Violet Oakley (June 10, 1874 – February 25, 1961) was an American artist. She was the first American woman to receive a public wikt:mural mural commission. During the first quarter of the 20th century, she was renowned as a pathbreaker in mural decoration, a field that had been exclusively practiced by men. Oakley excelled at murals and stained glass designs that addressed themes from history and literature in Renaissance-revival styles. Quotes about Oakley During World War II, Violet Oakley crafted twenty-four portable wikt:triptych triptychs intended for American battleships, military bases, and airfields. While they seem conventional at first glance, a closer inspection uncovers distinct Christian Science elements, such as the spirit’s victory over matter, which promises triumph and tranquility.With Oakley, art created by Christian Scientists matured. She demonstrated that illustrating Christian Science books is not essential to conveying the principles and spirit of the religion within the evolving realm of modern art. Massimo Introvigne, "Violet Oakley: An American Muralist and Christian Science", Bitter Winter (June 28, 2025) External links Category:1874 births Category:1961 deaths Category:Women academics from the United States Category:Artists from the United States Category:Painters from the United States Category:Illustrators Category:Christians from the United States Category:Women artists Category:LGBT people Category:Women born in the 1870s Category:People from New Jersey