Revolutionary Brushstrokes: Art Through the American Revolution
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The Boston Tea Party
"The Boston Tea Party" by Nathaniel Currier (lithograph)illustrates the iconic event in 1773 when colonists protested against British taxation by dumping tea into Boston Harbor.
The Bostonians Paying the Excise-Man
"The Bostonians Paying the Excise-Man" by John Henry Robert depicts the resistance against the Stamp Act in 1765, reflecting colonial opposition to British taxation.
The Declaration of Independence
"The Declaration of Independence" by John Trumbull This iconic painting portrays the drafting committee presenting the Declaration of Independence to the Continental Congress.
Join, or Die
"Join, or Die" by Benjamin Franklin (woodcut) Franklin's famous political cartoon urging colonial unity against the French and Native American threats before the revolution.
Portrait of Samuel Adams
"Portrait of Samuel Adams" by John Singleton Copley A portrait of one of the prominent Founding Fathers known for his influential role in provoking resistance against British policies.
The Battle of Lexington
"The Battle of Lexington" by Amos Doolittle (engraving) Commemorates the first battle of the American Revolution in 1775, portraying the skirmish between colonial militia and British soldiers.
The Battle of Bunker Hill
"The Battle of Bunker Hill" by John Trumbull: A scene depicting the famous battle showcasing the determination and bravery of both American and British forces.
Valley Forge
"Valley Forge" by William B.T. Trego: A depiction of the hardships endured by George Washington's army during the harsh winter of 1777–1778.
Surrender of Lord Cornwallis
"Surrender of Lord Cornwallis" by John Trumbull: This painting captures the surrender of British General Cornwallis at Yorktown, marking a pivotal moment in the war.
