The artwork titled “Panel 15. Anglo America – The Epic of American Civilization” was created by Jose Clemente Orozco between 1932 and 1934. It is part of the Muralism movement and belongs to the genres of history painting and symbolic painting. This piece is from the series “The Epic of American Civilization (Dartmouth College Cycle) 1932-1934.”
In the artwork, there is a prominent central figure dressed in blue, holding a book, surrounded by a group of children dressed in white garments. The children appear to be gazing attentively at the figure, suggesting a scene of instruction or guidance. In the background, a multitude of adults, mostly with their backs turned, form a crowd. The setting includes architectural elements such as a red barn and houses, suggesting a rural or semi-rural environment. The scene also includes a swath of depicted wheat or grain, emphasizing agrarian themes. The overall composition and use of color highlight a symbolic narrative concerning education, community, and the labor integral to the American experience at the time.
