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Soldiers Dream of Peace, 1864 (colour litho)
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Soldiers Dream of Peace, 1864 (colour litho)
497593 Soldiers Dream of Peace, 1864 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); 61x48.5 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York, USA; (add.info.: Civil War print of a soldier sleeping with a image of his dream above him. A poem is written below the print describing the dream. Labeled as a " presentation plate to the patrons of the Philadelphia Enquirer, 1865."
); eGilder Lehrman Institute of American History; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22670288
© Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History / Bridgeman Images
American Civil War Asleep Barrel Barrels Civil War Dreaming Grieving Peace Personification Sleep Spirituality Wartime Weary Allegorical Mourning Verse
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Soldier's Dream of Peace, 1864
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is a captivating and poignant print that encapsulates the longing for peace amidst the chaos of war. In this color lithograph by the American School from the 19th century, we see a soldier peacefully sleeping with an image of his dream hovering above him. The soldier rests against a barrel, symbolizing the harsh realities of military life. A female figure stands nearby, representing mourning and spirituality in times of conflict. The scene is set ablaze, depicting the turmoil and destruction brought about by war. As he sleeps, the soldier dreams of peace. Below the print lies a heartfelt poem describing his vision - an allegorical representation of hope amidst despair. This artwork was created as a presentation plate to honor patrons of the Philadelphia Enquirer in 1865 during one of America's darkest periods -the Civil War. Through this powerful composition, we witness not only physical weariness but also emotional exhaustion endured by soldiers during wartime. It serves as a reminder that even amid battlefields and bloodshed, dreams for peace persist within their hearts. This print now resides in New York's Gilder Lehrman Collection, reminding us today that war may ravage nations but cannot extinguish humanity's yearning for tranquility. "Soldier's Dream of Peace" captures both sorrow and resilience while personifying America's struggle for unity during its most divisive era – it stands as an enduring testament to our collective desire for lasting harmony.
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