Most of the artwork displayed in the Art Appreciation Museum for American Romanticism is from the mid to late 1800's. The museum includes more than 15 extraordinary works of art by some of the most talented and renowned artists to ever live. The Art Appreciation Museum is one of the worlds most famous and finest art museums.
On the Beach, Thomas Doughty (1793-1856), 1827 - 1828, From the collection of: Albany Institute of History & Art
In the painting "On the Beach" by Thomas Doughty I noticed a common theme during the Romanticism period. The scene portrays humans and animals alongside one another, in ideal harmony and peace.
The Fountain of Vaucluse, Thomas Cole, 1841, From the collection of: Dallas Museum of Art
This picture reminds me of a nature based Utopia. There is a castle on the right side which resembles a heavenly appearance. the picture is very peaceful and serene.
The Indian's Vespers, Asher B. Durand, 1847, From the collection of: The White House
This painting displays a Native American honoring and showing his respect for nature. In the Native American culture they value nature, animals, and believe that every living thing has a spirit.
Rainy Season in the Tropics, Frederic Edwin Church, 1866, From the collection of: de Young museum
This painting represents a metaphor the washing and cleansing away of past sins or mistakes. The Rain renews and revives the nature similarly as the renewing of ones spirit or soul.
A Dream of Italy, Robert S. Duncanson, 1865, From the collection of: Birmingham Museum of Art
This picture represents the scene represents people watching the wilderness lost to progress. The view of the mountains and trees is very beautiful and calming. A nature based painting.
Rocky Mountain Landscape, Albert Bierstadt, 1870, From the collection of: The White House
The painting "Rocky Mountain Landscape" by Albert Bierstadt interested me enough to put in my gallery because it is mysterious and beautiful.The painting makes me want to know more abut the artist.
Hot Springs of the Yellowstone, 1872, From the collection of: Los Angeles County Museum of Art
The painting "Hot Springs of the Yellowstone" by Thomas Moran is a work of art. I appreciate how the artist created a lovely rainbow in the background to give the painting depth.
The Coast of Genoa, Jasper Francis Cropsey, 1854, From the collection of: Smithsonian American Art Museum
The painting "The Coast of Genoa" by Jasper Francis Cropsey is very interesting. The sea is violently crashing against the shore in a dangerous yet absolutely beautiful way.
Study for "The Last of the Buffalo", Albert Bierstadt, ca. 1888, From the collection of: de Young museum
The painting of "The Last Buffalo" by Albert Bierstadt displays a native american about to spear a buffalo. I chose this painting because in 4th grade art class I had to recreate this photo but instead of paint i drew it.
Still Life with Fruit, Severin Roesen, ca. 1850-1855, From the collection of: de Young museum
The painting "Still Life with Fruit" by Severin Roesen is a scene of fruit. In my opinion this painting is a work of art. It is simple yet lively and bright. A true artist can take anything and transform it into art.
Patty-Cake, Lilly Martin Spencer (American, b.1822, d.1902), Circa 1855, From the collection of: Cincinnati Art Museum
This painting "Patty Cake" by Lilly Martin Spencer emulates the un-breaking bond between mother and child. It portrays the mother playing a child's nursery game with her child. It is obvious that the mother is wealthy so it is almost a rare sight.
A Match Seller, David Gilmour Blythe, circa 1859, From the collection of: North Carolina Museum of Art
The painting "A Match Seller" by David Gilmour Blythe is a young boy eating a fruit. The boy young looks homeless and their is obvious sadness in his eyes. HIs clothes are tattered with holes and he looks almost homeless and hopeless.
Florida Sunrise, Martin Johnson Heade, c. 1890 - 1900, From the collection of: The White House
The photo "Flordia Sunrise" by Martin Johnson Heade is a beautiful sunset. It is bright and relaxing with tall palm trees and soft calm water. This picture is stunning in more ways than one and makes me smile.
Approaching Storm: Beach near Newport, Martin Johnson Heade, about 1861 - 1862, From the collection of: Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
The painting "Approaching Storm: Beach near Newport" by Matin Johnson Heade is an ocean wave crashing on shore. There are 2 white sailing ships in the background that add to to the simple look of the photo. I like the dark sultry sky for this painting.
No-Tin (Wind), 1832-33, From the collection of: Los Angeles County Museum of Art
In the painting of the Native American it is very intriguing. I like that there is a prominent contrast between his orange face paint and the blackish grey background. I appreciate this painting because i am part Native American.
Ball Play of the Dahcota (Sioux) Indians, Charles Kennedy Burt, by December 1850, From the collection of: Dallas Museum of Art
The painting "Ball play of the Dahcota (Sioux) Indians is simple and nice because it shows the Native Americans playing game. The painting has little too no color but is still detailed and unique work of art.
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