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Passing the Outpost, 1881 (oil on canvas)
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Passing the Outpost, 1881 (oil on canvas)
XMV2653591 Passing the Outpost, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Thompson, Alfred Wordsworth (1840-1896); 61x91.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The British occupied Manhattan and just north of that until Evacuation Day, 25th November 1783, causing it to be " No-mans land." British troops departed from New York Town on Manhattan Island, after the end of the American Revolutionary War.); American, out of copyright
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Passing the Outpost, 1881 - A Glimpse into History
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. This print captures a moment frozen in time - "Passing the Outpost, 1881". Painted by Alfred Wordsworth Thompson, this oil on canvas artwork measures 61x91.4 cm and is currently held in a private collection. The scene depicted takes us back to a significant period in American history. The British occupation of Manhattan during the American Revolutionary War left an indelible mark on the land. As we gaze upon this painting, we are reminded that until Evacuation Day on November 25th, 1783, this area was considered "No-man's land". A carriage halts near an outpost as soldiers stand guard in their uniforms. Horses patiently wait while men converse and observe their surroundings. This snapshot from over a century ago transports us to a time when tensions were high and conflicts raged. Thompson's attention to detail brings life to each brushstroke, immersing us in the atmosphere of that era. The composition invites contemplation about the sacrifices made by those who fought for independence during the American War of Independence. As we admire this masterpiece captured by Fine Art Finder from www. bridgemanimages. com, let us reflect on our shared history and appreciate how far we have come since then. It serves as both a reminder of our past struggles and an inspiration for future generations striving for freedom and unity.
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