The artwork, titled “The World Renowned United Siamese Twins,” was created by the artist Currier and Ives in 1860. This piece belongs to the Romanticism art movement and falls under the genre of portrait.
In the artwork, the central focus is on the conjoined twins, dressed in formal attire, standing together with their arms linked, exuding a sense of unity and harmony. Surrounding the twins are various vignettes depicting different aspects of their lives and activities, such as rowing a boat, engaging in a shooting practice, and riding a horse-drawn carriage. The intricately designed border and the detailed rendering of their surroundings reflect the Romanticism movement’s characteristic emphasis on emotion, individuality, and nature. The use of soft, sepia tones adds a historical and nostalgic touch to the composition, reinforcing the passage of time and the uniqueness of the twins’ story.