Study Of Covered Wagons
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"Study Of Covered Wagons" is a painting by Samuel Colman that vividly captures a row of three covered wagons, often called prairie schooners, which were commonly used during the westward expansion across the American prairies in the 19th century. These wagons are depicted in varying positions across a flat, open landscape that stretches across the canvas, under a broad, lightly clouded sky that suggests the vastness and the openness of the terrain they traversed.Each wagon features a sturdy wooden structure and large, spoked wheels, essential for navigating rough terrains. The iconic canvas covers, painted in hues of white and grey, are taut over arched supports, protecting the contents within from the elements. The foreground and the placement of wagons create a sense of depth and scale, emphasizing the challenge and the perseverance required to travel across such expansive landscapes.Color plays a significant role in this composition; the earthy browns, muted greens, and subtle blues convey a somber yet serene mood, reflective of a journey's solitude and the daunting expanse yet to be crossed. This painting captures both a specific historical moment and a broader sense of the adventurous spirit that characterized the American frontier era.
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Samuel Colman (1832-1920) was an American designer, painter and writer, best known for his paintings of the Hudson River. A son of a bookstore owner in19th century New York, he may have been influenced by the artistic clientele from his early days to delve into the world of Arts. He attended Hudson River School under the guidance of his teacher, Asher Durand. He was one of the founding members and the first president of The American Watercolor Society, and also an avid traveler, exploring France, Spain and the Mediterranean. His travels inspired his works of beautiful foreign landscapes.