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Old 76 and Young 48, 1849. Creator: Richard Caton Woodville
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Old 76 and Young 48, 1849. Creator: Richard Caton Woodville
Old 76 and Young 48, 1849. This intergenerational drama is set in a sumptuously furnished dining room. A young soldier, his injured left arm in a sling, his boots and trousers mud-spattered, and sword and gloves flung on the carpet, has just returned from service in the Mexican War. Gesturing expansively toward the Revolutionary portrait, he seeks approval from his older relative, who appears lost in memory. Other family members, presumably the soldier's parents and sister, dressed in the fashion of the moment, listen with concern. In the doorway to the right, three African American house servants attend to the conversation
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Old '76 and Young '48
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by Richard Caton Woodville, painted in 1849, captures a poignant intergenerational moment in a luxuriously decorated dining room. A young soldier, returning from the Mexican War with a mud-splattered uniform, injured left arm in a sling, and military accouterments discarded on the floor, seeks approval from his older relative. The older man, lost in thought, gazes intently at the Revolutionary portrait on the wall. The soldier's concerned parents and sister listen attentively. In the doorway, three African American servants attend to the scene. This evocative oil painting on canvas, set in the 1840s, is a testament to the enduring bond between generations. The young soldier's gesturing hand and the older man's introspective gaze create a powerful sense of connection and continuity. The painting's title alludes to the two wars that shaped American history: the Revolutionary War (Old '76) and the Mexican War (Young '48). Richard Caton Woodville, a renowned American painter, masterfully depicts the rich tapestry of American life in the 19th century. The painting's intricate details, from the sumptuous furnishings to the individual expressions on the faces of the family members, transport us to a bygone era. The presence of the three African American servants underscores the complex social dynamics of the time. This painting, now housed in the Walters Art Museum, is a testament to Woodville's skill in capturing the human condition and the enduring bonds of family. The painting's title, "Old '76 and Young '48," serves as a reminder of the rich heritage and history that connects us all.
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