Artwork

Emblem of Sargis Lodge

Emblem of Sargis Lodge, by Charles S. Raleigh, oil
Emblem of Sargis Lodge, by Charles S. Raleigh, oil

Emblem of Sargis Lodge is an oil painting by Charles S. Raleigh. It is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

About this work

Overview

The Emblem of Sargis Lodge is an oil painting by Charles S. Raleigh, currently held at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a symbolic meeting between two figures from different cultures: a European, identifiable by his attire, and a Native American, wearing a feathered headdress. They shake hands on a dirt path, surrounded by trees and water, conveying a narrative of cultural encounter.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint, the work is categorized as a history painting, employing visual elements to convey a story. The artist's use of detailed costumes and a landscape setting adds depth to the scene.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Charles S. Raleigh

Artist

Charles S. Raleigh

Charles S. Raleigh (1831–1925) was an artist, born in Gloucester.