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Aaron and Abner Zook

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Aaron and Abner Zook
BornJanuary 21, 1921
DiedAaron Zook: 2003
Abner Zook: 2010
Occupation(s)3D artwork combining painting and sculpture
Aaron Zook 3-D painting

Aaron Zook and Abner Zook (January 21, 1921 – 2003/2010) were Amish identical twins and visual artists known for their 3D artwork primarily pertaining to Amish culture.[1][2][3]

Aaron and Abner Zook were born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to Amos and Annie (King) Zook. The brothers became well known artists for their 3D paintings.[4] Between the two of them they created over a thousand Amish-life-inspired 3D paintings.[5][failed verification] Their work has become highly collectible among art dealers.[6][failed verification]

References

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  1. ^ "Abner K Zook - Related Artist Discovery - Abner K Zook". askart.com. Retrieved 21 December 2016.
  2. ^ "Aaron Zook - Artist, Fine Art Prices, Auction Records for Aaron Zook". askart.com. Retrieved 21 December 2016.
  3. ^ "A day away: The world of 'Plain People' preserved for posterity | Reading Eagle - WEEKEND". Archived from the original on 2018-03-01. Retrieved 2022-06-08.
  4. ^ "Abner K. Zook Obituary". Legacy.com. Retrieved 21 December 2016.
  5. ^ Writer, MICHAEL LONG (14 July 2016). "Antiques market: Amish twins carved out their own art world niche". lancasteronline.com. Retrieved 21 December 2016.
  6. ^ "Amish Mural Art". amishamerica.com. 25 January 2011. Retrieved 21 December 2016.