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The Veteran (Portrait of George Reynolds), c. 1885 (oil on canvas)
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The Veteran (Portrait of George Reynolds), c. 1885 (oil on canvas)
3247686 The Veteran (Portrait of George Reynolds), c.1885 (oil on canvas)
by Eakins, Thomas Cowperthwait (1844-1916); 56.4x43.8 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; (add.info.: George Reynolds (1839-89) was one of the many Irish emigrants who fought in the American Civil War. Fighting for the Union, Reynolds enlisted in New York on 11 October 1861, joining M Company, 9th New York Cavalry Regiment. Following the 3rd Battle of Winchester, Virginia, in September 1864, he was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honour. In 1882, he enrolled at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, the same year Eakins was appointed Director.); American, out of copyright
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The Veteran (Portrait of George Reynolds)
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is a captivating oil on canvas painting created by Thomas Cowperthwait Eakins in 1885. This remarkable portrait, measuring 56.4x43.8 cm, can be found at the Yale University Art Gallery in New Haven, CT, USA. The subject of this powerful artwork is George Reynolds, an Irish emigrant who fought valiantly in the American Civil War. Enlisting in New York on October 11,1861, he joined M Company of the 9th New York Cavalry Regiment and fought for the Union. After his participation in the intense Battle of Winchester, Virginia in September 1864, Reynolds was honored with the Congressional Medal of Honor for his bravery. Intriguingly, after leaving military service behind him and following his passion for artistry, Reynolds enrolled at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts under Eakins' directorship in 1882. It is fascinating to consider that both artist and subject crossed paths during their respective journeys. Eakins' realistic style beautifully captures every detail of Reynolds' head and shoulders as he proudly displays his moustache and beard. The portrait not only pays homage to a brave veteran but also serves as a testament to America's rich history and cultural diversity. This extraordinary piece invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as migration, identity formation within diasporas like the Irish community abroad during that time period while celebrating individual resilience amidst war-torn landscapes.
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