Landscape with Haywain
1861
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1861
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a farm scene with a wagon full of hay. The farm looks peaceful, with long afternoon shadows. It was painted during the American Civil War, which makes it interesting. The scene is meant to show that farming can be successful without slavery. Check out the technique of chiaroscuro to learn more about how artists like this one use light and dark.
