Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Sights > Isabella Plantation
The Stewart Children, 1773. Creator: Charles Willson Peale
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
The Stewart Children, 1773. Creator: Charles Willson Peale
The Stewart Children, 1773.
The sitters, Isabella and John Stewart, were the children of Anthony and Jean Stewart. The scenery is the plantation the family owned on the east coast of Maryland. The children, elegantly dressed, are depicted playing with some peaches grown there
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 38690793
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Art Museum Charles Willson Peale Charles Wilson Peale Domestic Domestic Bliss Fete Galante Household Maryland Museo Nacional Thyssen Bornemisza Museo Thyssen Bornemisza Museum Of Art Peach Peaches Peale Charles Willson Plantation Rococo Era Sitting On The Ground Thyssen Bornemisza Collection Thyssen Bornemisza Museum Metaphor Posture
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Vespertilionidae
> Isabella
> Arts
> Art Movements
> Rococo
> Arts
> Artists
> P
> Charles Willson Peale
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> Wilson Wilson
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Sights
> Isabella Plantation
> North America
> United States of America
> Maryland
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
Joy and innocence abound in this charming portrait of Isabella and John Stewart, children of Anthony and Jean Stewart, as they play with peaches on their family's plantation in Maryland. Created by renowned American artist Charles Willson Peale in 1773, the painting captures a fleeting moment of domestic bliss amidst the rolling hills and lush greenery of their estate.
The siblings are depicted elegantly dressed, yet relaxed and carefree as they engage in playful activities with the fresh fruit. Isabella's gentle smile and John's mischievous grin convey a sense of youthful exuberance, while Peale's masterful brushstrokes bring to life the soft folds of their clothing and the ripeness of the peaches.
This delightful scene is not only a testament to the beauty of 18th-century American art but also a window into the lives of ordinary people during this era. The Stewart children's carefree laughter and playful antics evoke a sense of nostalgia, reminding us that even in times past, childhood was a time for joy and exploration.
This stunning oil on canvas painting is part of the esteemed Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection at the Museo Nacional Thyssen Bornemisza. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving our cultural heritage through art.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
