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The Voyage of Life: Youth (detail) 1842 (oil on canvas)
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The Voyage of Life: Youth (detail) 1842 (oil on canvas)
3928624 The Voyage of Life: Youth (detail) 1842 (oil on canvas) by Cole, Thomas (1801-1848); 134.3 x 194.9 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Hero travels the river of life taking control (detail of XOS 744782)
May be Christian warning that the relentless expansion of Manifest Destiny and industrialization would have tragic consequences for man and nature.); American, out of copyright
Media ID 23660444
© Bridgeman Images
American Landscape Control Expansion Fantastical Hudson River School Manifest Destiny Mythical Romanticism Significance Taming Warning Wilderness America Continent
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This print showcases a detail from Thomas Cole's masterpiece, "The Voyage of Life: Youth". Painted in 1842, this oil on canvas artwork measures 134.3 x 194.9 cm and is housed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, USA. In this particular section of the painting, we witness the protagonist embarking on his journey through life. The hero navigates a river that symbolizes the passage of time and experiences. With an air of determination and control, he tames the wild currents as he progresses forward. Cole's work often carried deeper meanings within its stunning landscapes, and "The Voyage of Life" is no exception. It may serve as a Christian warning against the consequences that could arise from Manifest Destiny's relentless expansion and industrialization during that era - both for humanity and nature itself. This piece belongs to the Hudson River School movement characterized by its romanticism and allegorical themes depicting American landscapes. As such, it presents a fantastical scene with an angelic presence guiding our hero along his path. "The Voyage of Life: Youth (detail)" not only captures the beauty of North America's wilderness but also holds significant historical significance as it represents America's mythical past while reflecting upon its present reality. This painting serves as a poignant reminder that every individual has their own unique journey to navigate amidst societal changes and challenges they encounter along their way.
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