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NEWELL CONVERS WYETH

ILLUSTRATION FOR "DRUMS", CA. 1928

About the Artwork

N. C. Wyeth was commissioned to paint this work as part of a set of illustrations for a special edition of James Boyd's (1888-1944) renowned Revolutionary War-era novel Drums, published in 1928. As the book's front and back endpaper image, Wyeth's horizontal composition encourages the viewer to fall in line with the marching colonial troop and metaphorically enter the novel's narrative. The scene's cool, silvery tonality sets a serious mood for Boyd's story.

One of the most popular American artists of the early 20th century, Wyeth produced more than 3,000 illustrations in addition to paintings and murals which showcase his technical skill and reveal his preference for historical subjects. Wyeth also founded a family dynasty of artists, including his son Andrew.

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We exclusively use 230 gsm archival paper and gallery-quality canvas substrates in our production process. The 12-color pigment ink printers we use produce incredibly accurate color reproduction, outstanding image clarity, and enhanced detail.
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Starting with the image size and the substrate, you can customize your print to match your needs and space. Then you can select a frame moulding from an assortment of high-quality options that you can tailor to suit the image and your decor.