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The Puritan Corn Husker, 1941 (oil on canvas)
2653584 The Puritan Corn Husker, 1941 (oil on canvas) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945); 274.3x439.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: One of a series of fourteen mural panels commissioned by The Metropolitan Life Insurance Company in 1939.
The murals depict the early experiences of the Pilgrims in Plymouth, Massachusetts. ); American, out of copyright
Media ID 22364822
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Colonists Corn Cornfield Crop Harvest Husking Pilgrim Pilgrims Plymouth Colony Puritans Sheaves Stooks Teaching
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is a captivating oil painting by Newell Convers Wyeth that depicts a significant moment in the early experiences of the Pilgrims in Plymouth, Massachusetts. This large-scale mural panel, measuring 274.3x439.7 cm, was commissioned by The Metropolitan Life Insurance Company as part of a series of fourteen panels. In this particular artwork, we are transported to a cornfield where a father and his young son are engaged in the task of husking corn. The man, dressed in traditional Puritan attire, patiently teaches his son the art of harvesting crops. As they work together amidst golden sheaves and stooks of corn, their bond is strengthened through this shared agricultural activity. Wyeth's meticulous brushwork brings out the beauty and serenity of this scene while also highlighting the importance of agriculture for these early settlers. Through his masterful use of light and shadow, he captures both the physical labor involved in farming and the sense of tranquility that comes from being close to nature. This remarkable piece not only celebrates American history but also serves as a reminder of our connection to our ancestors who worked tirelessly to establish prosperous colonies like Plymouth. "The Puritan Corn Husker" stands as an enduring testament to their resilience and determination in building a new life on North American soil.
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