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Mother and Son, 1840 (oil on canvas)
5043034 Mother and Son, 1840 (oil on canvas) by Sully, Thomas (1783-1872); 144.8x115.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Sullys daughter Jane Cooper Sully Darley (1807-77) and her son Francis Thomas Sully Darley (d.1914)
May allude to the perfect family of Odysseus, his wife Penelope and their son Telemachus. the scene on the urn--Hermes bringing the infant Dionysus to be nurtured by the nymphs--alludes to the duties of motherhood); American, out of copyright
Media ID 22829742
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Colonial America Dionysius Fidelity Hermes Loyalty Mother And Son Motherhood New England Odysseus Post Colonial Postcolonial Republic Seashore Silk Allegorical
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This print titled "Mother and Son, 1840" by Thomas Sully depicts a tender moment between a mother and her young son. Painted with oil on canvas, the artwork measures 144.8x115.3 cm and is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The subjects of this painting are Sully's daughter Jane Cooper Sully Darley and her son Francis Thomas Sully Darley. The artist skillfully captures the essence of motherhood through their intimate connection, evoking feelings of love, care, and devotion. The composition may allude to the perfect family portrayed in Greek mythology - Odysseus, Penelope, and their son Telemachus. Additionally, an urn depicted within the scene references another mythological tale: Hermes delivering baby Dionysus to be nurtured by nymphs symbolizes the duties of motherhood. Set against a backdrop of colonial America's shoreline, this portrait showcases fashionably dressed figures seated outdoors with a loyal dog at their side. The image exudes elegance as both mother and son are adorned in silk garments while holding onto walking sticks or canes. Through its allegorical elements and attention to detail, this painting beautifully captures timeless themes such as fidelity, loyalty, and maternal love. It serves as a testament to the enduring bond between mothers and sons throughout history.
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