Iconic Themes in American Art
Are there common themes that link art works from different time periods or are themes unique to their time and place? From the founding of the nation to westward expansion, and from industry and invention to progress and the environment, among others, this tour ignites conversation about America’s painting heritage and enhances understanding of America’s place in the world.
Art Selections from the National Gallery of Art, Washington or the Smithsonian American Art Museum
Photo: Frederic Edwin Church, Niagara, Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington