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The Grand Review at Camp Massachusetts, near Concord, September 9, 1859

Winslow Homer

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a black and white illustration of a military review. Men on horseback wearing military uniforms with feathered hats are in the foreground. The horses are walking to the right. In front of the horses, several men in suits and top hats are watching the scene. One man on the left is waving a hat. Behind the horsemen, a large group of soldiers in formation are standing at attention with rifles. In the background, there are more soldiers on horseback and on foot. The sky has clouds and a mountain range in the distance. The scene appears to be taking place in a field. There are tents and other structures visible. The overall atmosphere suggests a formal military event.

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1222 × 893 px
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