“Adoration of the Home” is a genre painting created by Grant Wood around c.1921 to c.1922 in Cedar Rapids, United States.
The artwork encapsulates a poignant representation of domestic life and agricultural labor, rendered in muted yet warm tones. Central to the composition is a scene embodying the veneration of home and community values. An enthroned figure, possibly symbolizing the spirit of home, is flanked by various individuals engaged in everyday activities. To the left, a figure stands beside a horse and a seated woman appears to be interacting with the harvest, symbolized by the presence of sheaves of wheat. Toward the right, a group of laborers, ostensibly engaged in construction or repair work, signifies industriousness and cooperation. The figures are dynamically arranged, each contributing to the harmonious portrayal of communal life. The background features a subtle cityscape, offering a contextual juxtaposition between rural and urban settings. This tableau of domestic reverence and labor exudes a sense of unity and shared purpose, mirroring the communal spirit prevalent during the period.
