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Above is the painting, "Lawn Painting" by American renaissance painter Archibald John Motley Jr. This picture describes the American renaissance (this painting is in Harlem, New York) because it shows the new spirit of America, the New World. Also, this painting portrays the new art that was coming about during the time period because it was painted during the renaissance (1937 is the exact date). But the main idea behind the picture is the new ways of Americans, who have started new trends and live new lifestyles. This painting portrays the American people in a time of happiness and emphasizes the bright culture that was coming about. Inside the painting, there is a black man featured as a servant and white people as those with freedom. It seems to reflect the beautiful America and its fully spirited citizens who are enjoying the new trends of the country.
I like this painting because it gives off a great message about the American Renaissance, the strive for happiness and new ways. Also, I like all that the people are doing because it shows that everybody was taking up new things and enjoying life. Not only telling about lifestyle but showing the new style of artwork which conveys emotions and nature of humans during this historical period.
you can read more about Archibald John Motley Jr. at : http://www.areaofdesign.com/americanicons/motley.htm
I also really like this painting because you can see people enjoying themselves instead of just existing. The American Reaissance was a time of change, but not just with people's personalities. If you want to know more, read my blog about Albert Bierstadt who painted the American landscapes. http://ushistoryroscoe.blogspot.com/2014/11/art-in-american-renaissance.html
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