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View of Fort Snelling, c. 1850 (oil on canvas)
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View of Fort Snelling, c. 1850 (oil on canvas)
488229 View of Fort Snelling, c.1850 (oil on canvas) by Thomas, Edward K. (1817-1906); 68.58 x 86.36 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: Although the upper reaches of the Mississippi River were sparsely settled in the 1850s, a surprising number of artists sought out the northern landscapes. Edward Thomass View of Fort Snelling exemplifies frontier images in which Dakota tipis, houses of the families associated with the American Fur Company, and the military fort exist side by side. Such depictions served as accurate topographical representations and also as visual records of a landscape already in transition. ); eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The Julia B. Bigelow Fund; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23256948
© Minneapolis Institute of Art The Julia B. Bigelow Fund / Bridgeman Images
Minnesota Mississippi Naive Native Americans Panorama Teepee Tipi Fort Snelling
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This print captures a mesmerizing view of Fort Snelling, dating back to the mid-19th century. Painted by Edward K. Thomas, this oil on canvas artwork measures 68.58 x 86.36 cm and is housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts in Minnesota, USA. During the 1850s, when much of the upper Mississippi River region remained sparsely settled, numerous artists were drawn to its untouched landscapes. Edward Thomas's View of Fort Snelling perfectly embodies these frontier images, showcasing a harmonious coexistence between Dakota tipis, American Fur Company houses, and the military fort itself. Beyond being accurate topographical representations, such depictions also serve as visual records of a rapidly changing landscape. This painting beautifully captures a moment in time when traditional Native American dwellings peacefully coexisted with colonial structures amidst an evolving panorama. The artist's attention to detail and his ability to portray this transitional period make this artwork truly remarkable. The viewer is transported back in time to witness firsthand the unique blend of cultures that characterized this era. With its stunning portrayal of nature's beauty juxtaposed against man-made structures and indigenous traditions intermingling with Western influence, View of Fort Snelling offers us not only an artistic masterpiece but also a glimpse into America's rich history during its westward expansion.
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