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Autumn Morning on the Potomac, c. 1860s (oil on canvas)
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Autumn Morning on the Potomac, c. 1860s (oil on canvas)
XOS1766344 Autumn Morning on the Potomac, c.1860s (oil on canvas) by Sonntag, William (1822-1900); 91.4x142.6 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA; (add.info.: The Algonquian (Native American) name for the river which during the Civil War divided the Union from the Confederacy.); American, out of copyright
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Autumn Morning on the Potomac, c. 1860s
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by William Sonntag captures the serene beauty of a crisp morning along the historic Potomac River. Painted during a tumultuous time in American history, this oil on canvas artwork measures 91.4x142.6 cm and is currently housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The painting showcases the river's significance as it divided the Union from the Confederacy during the Civil War, known to Native Americans as Patowmeck. The artist skillfully depicts a landscape that exudes both tranquility and grandeur. Sonntag, an American painter associated with Hudson River School and Romantic Realism movements, masterfully portrays nature's vibrant colors in autumnal hues. The golden leaves gently fall from towering trees onto rocky shores while reflecting upon calm waters. This artwork embodies not only aesthetic appeal but also conveys deeper themes such as Manifest Destiny - a belief prevalent in 19th-century America that fueled westward expansion. As viewers gaze upon this masterpiece, they are transported back in time to witness an idyllic moment frozen forever on canvas. It serves as a reminder of our nation's complex history and its profound connection to nature.
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