George Washington after his appointment as commander in chief of the Continental Army (1876) by Currier and Ives

George Washington after his appointment as commander in chief of the Continental Army - Currier and Ives - 1876

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TitleGeorge Washington after his appointment as commander in chief of the Continental Army
ArtistCurrier and Ives
Date1876
Art MovementRomanticism

About George Washington after his appointment as commander in chief of the Continental Army

The artwork titled “George Washington after his appointment as commander in chief of the Continental Army” is a historical painting by Currier and Ives created in 1876. It belongs to the Romanticism art movement and depicts a significant moment in the history of the United States.

The scene is set within an assembly room where George Washington is the central figure, standing with great dignity. He is surrounded by members of the Continental Congress, who are seated or standing in groups, engaged in discussion or attentively focusing on Washington. The men are attired in the fashion of the 18th century, with wigs, stockings, and coats typical of the period. The furnishings include a heavy table covered with a red cloth, upon which books and papers are laid. The room appears formal, with the figures rendered in a detailed and realistic fashion, emphasizing the gravity of this historical moment. Washington himself is depicted with a solemn and modest demeanor, accepting the role bestowed upon him. The colors used in the painting are subdued yet rich, conveying the formality and the historical significance of the event. The caption at the bottom elaborates on the moment being depicted, when Washington was appointed Commander in Chief, adding a narrative element to the visual representation.

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