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The Sawdust Trail, 1917 (litho)
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The Sawdust Trail, 1917 (litho)
874626 The Sawdust Trail, 1917 (litho) by Bellows, George Wesley (1882-1925); 68.58 x50.8 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: William Ashley Billy Sunday (1862-1935), American Christian evangelist, performing for an ecstatic audience.); eSan Diego Museum of Art; Museum purchase; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23243366
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Audience Congregation Ecstasy Ecstatic Emotional Evangelism Evangelist Fainting Fervour Preacher Preachers Preaching Public Speaking Stages Swooning Charisma Charismatic
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The Sawdust Trail, 1917
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is a captivating lithograph by George Wesley Bellows that captures the essence of religious fervor in early 20th century America. The image showcases the charismatic Christian evangelist William Ashley Billy Sunday as he passionately performs for an ecstatic congregation. The scene is filled with emotion and energy, as the crowd swoons and faints under Sunday's powerful preaching. The title "The Sawdust Trail" refers to the makeshift stages made of sawdust that were commonly used during outdoor revival meetings at the time. Bellows skillfully portrays Sunday's magnetic presence, emphasizing his charisma and ability to captivate large crowds through his dynamic gestures and expressive face. The artist masterfully conveys both the intensity of Sunday's performance and the overwhelming emotional response from his audience. This lithograph offers a glimpse into an era when public speaking played a significant role in spreading religious messages. It highlights not only the power of faith but also the impact one individual can have on masses through their passionate delivery. "The Sawdust Trail, 1917" serves as a testament to both Billy Sunday's influence as an evangelist and George Wesley Bellows' talent for capturing human emotions on canvas. This artwork remains relevant today, reminding us of our capacity for intense devotion and collective experiences in pursuit of spiritual fulfillment.
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