Thomas Cole in-line images

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All images were obtained from the internet and are believed to be in the public domain. If I am in error, please notify me immediately and these images will be removed. The intent is to promote knowledge and appreciation for Cole, his work and the Hudson River School of painting. No commercial benefit is derived from this page.

This first set of images is his Course of Empire series. Probably his finest, in terms of scope and message. The paintings themselves are very large canvases. When arranged in a horseshoe shape they create an awe-inspiring experience.

The Savage State:

The Pastoral or Arcadian State:

The Consummation Of Empire:

9/2003: We saw a large, mural version of The Consummation of Empire at a minigolf place while on vacation at Myrtle Beach.

Destruction:

Desolation:

I had the opportunity to attend an exhibition of Thomas Cole's work at the Hartford, CT Wadsworth Atheneum, about 1994. It was wonderful.

This next set of images is his Voyage of Life series. Not too shabby either.

Childhood:

Youth:

Manhood:

Old Age:

Cole is famous mainly for his 'Hudson River School' landscapes. Here are a few:

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