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Peter Etril Snyder
Peter Etril Snyder (1944–2017) was a Canadian painter and illustrator celebrated for his visual documentation of the Old Order Mennonite communities in Waterloo County, Ontario. Born in Waterloo on February 28, 1944, he received his formal education at the Ontario College of Art (now OCAD University) in Toronto, graduating in 1966. Following his studies, he initially worked as a commercial illustrator before establishing a full-time career as a studio artist.
Snyder’s primary subject matter focused on the traditional daily lives, landscapes, and social customs of the Mennonite people. His representational style, often executed in acrylics or oils, emphasized the quiet, industrious nature of rural life, featuring scenes of horse-drawn buggies, barn raisings, and market days. His work is credited with popularizing the imagery of Southern Ontario’s agrarian heritage, capturing a way of life that remained largely unchanged by modern technological advancements.
In addition to his career as a painter, Snyder was a prolific illustrator and author. He published several books that paired his artwork with historical and cultural narratives, including Mennonite Country (1978) and A Portfolio of Waterloo County (1982). His practice was notable for its accessibility, as he utilized high-quality reproductions and murals to share his work beyond traditional gallery settings. His large-scale public murals can still be found in various locations throughout the Waterloo region and Southern Ontario.
His artistic contributions were formally recognized in 2003 when he was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal for his service to the arts and his community. His archives and biographical records are maintained in the library of the National Gallery of Canada and the Art Gallery of Ontario. Snyder continued to live and work in the Waterloo area until his death on August 28, 2017. His legacy is defined by his commitment to preserving regional history and his role as a visual chronicler of Mennonite culture in Canada.
April Fine Art Auction
April 9 - April 23, 2026
661 Wall St, Winnipeg MB
(204) 255-5690
mayberryfineart.com
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| $0.00 - $50.00 | $1.00 |
| $50.00 - $100.00 | $5.00 |
| $100.00 - $500.00 | $10.00 |
| $500.00 - $1,000.00 | $25.00 |
| $1,000.00 - $5,000.00 | $50.00 |
| $5,000.00 - $10,000.00 | $100.00 |
| $10,000.00 - $20,000.00 | $200.00 |
| $20,000.00 - $50,000.00 | $500.00 |
| $50,000.00 - $100,000.00 | $1,000.00 |
| $100,000.00+ | $5,000.00 |
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