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Office Board for Smith Brothers Coal Company, 1879 (oil on canvas)
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Office Board for Smith Brothers Coal Company, 1879 (oil on canvas)
3949706 Office Board for Smith Brothers Coal Company, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Peto, John Frederick (1854-1907); 71.8x61 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; eAddison Gallery of American Art; Museum purchase; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23659410
© Addison Gallery of American Art Museum purchase / Bridgeman Images
Almanac Documents Envelope Keys Memorabilia Optical Illusion Trompe L Oeil Trompe Loeil Noticeboard
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This oil painting by John Frederick Peto, titled "Office Board for Smith Brothers Coal Company, 1879" takes us back to a bygone era of American industry. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and mastery of trompe l'oeil technique transport us into the heart of this bustling coal company's office. The painting showcases a pinboard filled with an array of documents, keys, and memorabilia that tell the story of daily operations at Smith Brothers Coal Company. From postcards to envelopes and even a dinner check, every item seems frozen in time on this meticulously rendered canvas. Peto's skillful use of light and shadow adds depth and realism to each object, creating an optical illusion that makes it hard to believe we are looking at a two-dimensional representation. The viewer can almost reach out and touch the texture of the worn-out almanac or feel the weightiness of the antique keys hanging from their hooks. As we observe this snapshot from history, we are reminded not only of the importance coal played in shaping America's industrial revolution but also how everyday objects can hold significance beyond their utilitarian purpose. This painting serves as both a visual feast for art enthusiasts and a historical record that captures the essence of an era long gone. Displayed proudly at Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, Massachusetts, this remarkable piece stands as a testament to Peto's talent as well as our collective heritage.
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