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Francis William Edmunds
Portrait of African American Man Drinking titled "Evening Revelry"

c. 1840s

$18,000
£13,487.68
€15,811.50
CA$25,208.87
A$28,254.83
CHF 14,791.79
MX$348,647.70
NOK 185,812.49
SEK 174,908.56
DKK 117,954.77
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This expressive painting by Francis William Edmunds offers a compelling glimpse into 19th-century American genre painting, a field in which Edmunds was a recognized master. Known for his narrative sensibility and attention to character, Edmunds presents a moment of lively revelry, capturing a seated man mid-conversation with a look of animated amusement. The subject clutches a jug and bottle, suggesting a scene of drinking and informal festivity, yet the painting avoids caricature in favor of warmth and realism. The composition’s strong lighting and textured brushwork enhance its emotional impact, drawing viewers into the quiet drama of everyday life. Edmunds’ ability to infuse ordinary scenes with dignity, personality, and painterly sophistication is on full display, making this a striking and collectible work of American genre art.
  • Creator:
    Francis William Edmunds (1806 - 1863, American)
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1840s
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Medium:
    Canvas,Oil
  • Movement & Style:
    Hudson River School
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Fredericksburg, VA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2574216533152

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