Breezing Up (A Fair Wind) (1876 CE)
The painting embodies the spirit of a nation rebuilding after the Civil War, with its depiction of a family working together to navigate the sea with winds that are breezing up.
Childhood
Objects tied to the world of children, from toys to educational tools. This category offers a nostalgic glimpse into how youth was experienced and nurtured in different historical contexts.
Berry Pickers (1888 CE)
As a hallmark of the national romantic movement, The berry pickers invites viewers into a serene moment of everyday labor, sparking curiosity about Finland’s cultural heritage.
Snap the Whip (1872 CE)
Snap the whip evokes the simplicity and joy of rural American life in the post-Civil War era, inviting viewers to reflect on a time of innocence amidst a rapidly urbanizing nation.
The Railway (1873 CE)
The painting’s subtle interplay of intimacy and detachment, combined with its bold composition, invites viewers to ponder the complexities of urban existence and the emergence of the railway.
Sunny Days (1874 CE)
This oil-on-canvas masterpiece evokes tranquility and nostalgia of sunny days, offering a glimpse into an idealized rural idyll.
Children’s Round Dance (1872 CE)
An oil-on-canvas painting from 1872, capturing a joyful circle of dancing children in a rural setting, crafted in a 115 cm x 161 cm format, celebrating German folk traditions with vibrant hues and meticulous detail.
The Ten Largest, No. 2, Childhood (1914-1915 CE)
Finished in 1907, this tempera work on paper stretches across a large canvas, using spirals and botanical shapes to explore the theme of childhood in the ten largest series.