Platt Kent was an American artist and illustrator who was born in 1877 in Tarrytown, New York. He was known for his illustrations of animals and nature, and his work was featured in many popular magazines of the time, including National Geographic and The Saturday Evening Post. Kent was also an avid traveler and explorer, and his experiences in the wilderness often inspired his artwork.
Kent's artistic style was heavily influenced by the Art Nouveau movement, which was popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He often used bold lines and vibrant colors in his illustrations, and his work was characterized by a sense of movement and energy. Kent was also known for his attention to detail, and his illustrations often featured intricate patterns and textures.
In addition to his work as an artist and illustrator, Kent was also a writer and naturalist. He wrote several books about his travels and experiences in the wilderness, including "Wilderness: A Journal of Quiet Adventure in Alaska" and "The Great White South: Traveling with Robert F. Scott's Doomed Expedition." Kent died in 1934 at the age of 57, but his legacy as an artist and adventurer lives on through his work.