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Born	Anna Mary Robertson (1860-09-07)September 7, 1860 Greenwich, New York, U.S.
Died	December 13, 1961(1961-12-13) (aged 101) Hoosick Falls, New York, U.S.
Known for	Painting, embroidery
Notable work	The Old Checkered Inn in Summer
Spouse(s)	Thomas Salmon Moses ​ ​ (m. 1887; 1927)​

Anna Mary Robertson Moses (September 7, 1860 – December 13, 1961), or Grandma Moses, was an American folk artist. She began painting in earnest at the age of 78 and is a prominent example of a newly successful art career at an advanced age.

Her works have been shown and sold worldwide—including in museums—and have been merchandised such as on greeting cards. Sugaring Off was sold for US$1.2 million in 2006.

Moses appeared on magazine covers, television, and in a biographical documentary.

Her autobiography is My Life's History, she won numerous awards, and she held two h