Frederic Church's "West Rock, New Haven"

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This paper discusses the importance of "West Rock, New Haven" in the context of Frederic Edwin Church's career. A description of the work and summary of the artist's career precede a detailed analysis of the painting. It is argued that this painting marked Church's departure from the style of his master, Thomas Cole, as he stepped into a league all his own. Lingering influences by Cole are discussed, including allegorical images.

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"Frederic Edwin Church, one of the leaders of the Hudson River School of painting, began his successful career with the unveiling of West Rock, New Haven in 1849. This painting predicted a new stylistic direction for Church, while still containing references to the techniques of his past. Although Church progressed towards more exotic subjects on grander canvases after exhibiting West Rock, New Haven, he continued to employ the same style first demonstrated in this early work of art."

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