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Commissarys Quarters in Winter Camp, 1876 (etching)
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Commissarys Quarters in Winter Camp, 1876 (etching)
497607 Commissarys Quarters in Winter Camp, 1876 (etching) by Forbes, Edwin Austin (1839-95); 47.9x60.5 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York, USA; (add.info.: Created by Forbes, a member of the French Etching Club, while he travelled with the Union Army from 1862-1865.
Marked " Plate 2." The commissary sergeant is in the foreground weighing out rations of meat for the company cook. Structure to the left is an improvised stable built of pine boughs.The camp contains a log cabin and is situated on a lake, which is shown in the background. ); eGilder Lehrman Institute of American History; American, out of copyright
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© Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History / Bridgeman Images
American Civil War Cabin Chef Civil War Commander Cook Encampment Eye Witness Eyewitness Federal Log Cabin Makeshift Meat Printmaking Quarters Rationing Rations Sergeant Stable Tent Union Union Army Unionist Commissary Daily Life Scene
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This etching, titled "Commissarys Quarters in Winter Camp, 1876" by Edwin Austin Forbes, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Union Army during the American Civil War. Created by Forbes while traveling with the Union Army from 1862-1865, this print showcases his keen eye for detail and his ability to capture poignant moments. In the foreground of the image, we see a commissary sergeant diligently weighing out rations of meat for the company cook. The structure on the left is an improvised stable constructed using pine boughs. It stands as a testament to resourcefulness amidst challenging circumstances. The camp itself features a log cabin and is situated alongside a serene lake that stretches into the background. This picturesque setting provides a stark contrast to the harsh realities of war depicted in other elements of this scene. Forbes' etching not only documents military life but also serves as an eyewitness account of historical events. It transports us back in time and allows us to witness firsthand how soldiers lived during winter encampments. Through this artwork, we gain insight into various aspects such as rationing systems, makeshift structures, and even glimpses of everyday tasks like cooking meals for troops. It reminds us that behind every military operation lies countless individuals working tirelessly to sustain their comrades. This remarkable piece from Fine Art Finder's collection at Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History encapsulates both artistic skill and historical significance—a true treasure capturing an important chapter in American history.
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