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Tree of Temperance

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

This print shows a view of a large tree. Behind the tree, the horizon line is low, with two buildings visible on the left and right, as well as some smaller trees and plants. The central tree has dense branches and leaves and is adorned with various colored circular fruits or ornaments labeled with words like "Courage," "Hope," and "Charity." The ornaments are in vibrant shades of blue, red, and yellow, which stand out against the green leaves and the brown of the tree trunk. Below the tree, standing on the right, are three people with their backs to us, looking up. Below the print are several lines of text.

Artwork Details

Date
1848
Medium
hand-colored lithograph
Dimensions
3422 × 4841 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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