The Age of Nationalism
American Culture How do the following represent the theme of nationalism?
The Hudson River School of Art Asher Durand
Hudson River School of Art Thomas Cole
The Hudson River School of Art Romantic themes Celebrated the American wilderness Scenes of the Hudson River Valley and the newly opened West Frequently used mist and sunsets for effect
The Rocky Mountain School - Bierstadt
Bierstadt – Sunset in the Rockies
The Rocky Mountain School Expressed a sense of awe for the majestic scenes in the West Highlighted the natural beauty and natural resources of the Rocky Mountain region Known for enormous size painting – some up to 10 feet wide Evoked a feeling of optimism and the huge potential for the U.S.
Genre Artists - Mount
Genre Artist - Quidor
Jefferson – University of Virginia
Jefferson – Virginia Capitol
Architecture – Jefferson’s Monticello
Architecture Classical Revival or Neo-Classical style included: Monumental size Symmetry Massive columns (Doric, Ionic, Corinthian) Classical Greek with Roman influence Smooth or polished surfaces Unadorned roof lines (geometric shaptes) Preferred over Georgian style with English influence
Classical Revival rather than Georgian Why would Jefferson believe Classical Revival was more appropriate for public buildings than Georgian style?