Oh Heigh Oh or A View of the Back Settlements
1776
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1776
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a scene of daily life in a settlement. It's interesting because satirical prints like this were very popular in 18th-century England. The fact that it was made in 1776, when the region that is now Ohio was part of New France, adds another layer of meaning. You can learn more about similar works by visiting the museum where this painting is held, The Cleveland Museum of Art.
