Created:
Movement:
1841
Realism
key Notes:
Rural Americana, Genre Scene
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Dimensions:
27 x 34 1/8 in. (68.6 x 86.7 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Cider Making," created by William Sidney Mount in 1841, depicts a rural scene of apple harvesting and cider production, reflecting the agrarian lifestyle of early 19th-century America. The painting is notable for its detailed representation of the cider-making process and the social interactions among the figures, showcasing Mount's interest in genre scenes that celebrate American life and labor.

Description of the work:

"Cider Making" by William Sidney Mount, created in 1841, depicts a rural scene centered around the process of cider production, showcasing figures engaged in various tasks associated with the activity. The composition is characterized by its vibrant colors, detailed rendering of clothing and tools, and a harmonious arrangement of figures that conveys a sense of community and labor in a bucolic setting.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Cider Making