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The Art of the Peales in the Philadelphia Museum of Art: Adaptations and Innovations

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Book Synopsis: A fascinating overview of the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s unparalleled and diverse collection of works by the Peale family, America’s first artistic dynasty. Active from the late 18th through the early 20th century, the Peale family was America’s first artistic dynasty. This overview of the art of the Peales documents and interprets more than 160 works in a variety of media from the renowned collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. With discussions of both internationally famous masterworks such as Charles Willson Peale’s Staircase Group and lesser-known but equally engaging pictures including Rubens Peale’s Magpie Eating Cake, Carol Eaton Soltis traces the family’s history and reveals how the Peales’ energy, innovation, and entrepreneurship paved the way for generations of American artists. Rigorously researched and generously illustrated, The Art of the Peales is an essential and wide-ranging study that considers the family’s substantial output and contextualizes their historical legacy. Examining the different ways that the Peales instructed, influenced, supported, and competed with one another, this book is full of new revelations on this extraordinary family that remained a transformative force in America’s cultural life for more than a century. Published in association with the Philadelphia Museum of Art Read more

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Discover the captivating world of America’s first artistic dynasty with The Art of the Peales in the Philadelphia Museum of Art: Adaptations and Innovations. This extraordinary book provides a fascinating overview of the renowned Philadelphia Museum of Art’s unparalleled collection of works by the Peale family. With over 160 meticulously curated pieces in various media, you will be immersed in the talents and creativity of the Peales, active from the late 18th through the early 20th century.

Rigorously researched and beautifully illustrated, this comprehensive study by Carol Eaton Soltis brings to light the remarkable history and artistic legacy of the Peale family. From internationally acclaimed masterworks like Charles Willson Peale’s iconic Staircase Group to hidden gems such as Rubens Peale’s enchanting Magpie Eating Cake, each piece tells a unique story of energy, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

By exploring the ways in which the Peales influenced, instructed, supported, and competed with one another, this book unveils fresh insights into the transformative force they had on America’s cultural landscape. The Art of the Peales is not only an insightful read but also a visually captivating experience.

Immerse yourself in this indispensable journey through American history and art. Order your copy of The Art of the Peales in the Philadelphia Museum of Art: Adaptations and Innovations today and discover the ingenuity and lasting legacy of the Peale family.

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