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This c1855 engraving, The Voyage of Life: Youth, was painted by Thomas S. Cole, engraved by James Smillie, and published …
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This c1855 engraving, The Voyage of Life: Youth, was painted by Thomas S. Cole, engraved by James Smillie, and published by James H. Earle of Boston. Part of Cole’s iconic four-part allegorical series, it depicts a young man steering his boat toward a distant shining castle, having left his angelic guide on shore as he takes control of his own destiny. With lush summer foliage and symbolic light, the scene reflects both the promise and peril of youthful ambition. Widely distributed through engravings, the series became a celebrated American masterpiece found in major museums across the country.
Frame: 27.75in tall; 33.5in wide; 1.25in deep. // Engraving: 20in tall; 26in wide.
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- Dimensions
- 33.5ʺW × 1.25ʺD × 27.75ʺH
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Engraving
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Your happiness with this item is of the utmost importance to us so please review the photographs carefully for condition. … moreYour happiness with this item is of the utmost importance to us so please review the photographs carefully for condition. We endeavor to try and list any issues we may observe; we may not necessarily note all minor nicks and dings or we may simply miss something. Please inspect carefully to ensure your full happiness with this item. For this particular piece we found minor wear consistent with age and prior use, including sun fading to writing at base, minor foxing, water stains to bottom right corner, and minor dings and stress cracks to frame. less
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