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Nathaniel Olds, 1837 (oil on canvas)
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Nathaniel Olds, 1837 (oil on canvas)
500151 Nathaniel Olds, 1837 (oil on canvas)
by Wade, Jeptha Homer (1811-90); 86.99x71.75 (framed) 76.5x61.2 (unframed) cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: The green-tinted spectacles worn by Olds were designed to protect the eyes from the intensity of Argand lamps, a type of indoor light used during the early 1800s. These lamps burned whale oil, and many people worried that its bright flames might damage eyesight.The painter of this portrait founded the Western Union Telegraph Company in 1854 and soon became one of Clevelands wealthiest industrialists. His grandson, Jeptha Wade II, was a founder of the Cleveland Museum of Art and donated the land upon which it stands as a Christmas gift to the city in 1892.); Seventy-fifth anniversary gift of Jeptha H. Wade III; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22911614
© Seventy-fifth anniversary gift of Jeptha H. Wade III / Bridgeman Images
Black Suit Glasses Spectacles Tinted
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This portrait, titled "Nathaniel Olds, 1837" showcases the remarkable talent of artist Jeptha Homer Wade. Painted in oil on canvas, this piece captures the essence of Nathaniel Olds, a prominent figure from the early 19th century. The subject is depicted wearing green-tinted spectacles, an intriguing detail that reveals his concern for eye protection against the intense Argand lamps commonly used during that era. Wade's artistic prowess shines through in his attention to detail and skillful rendering of Olds' traditional attire. Dressed in a black suit and seated with an air of dignity, Olds exudes confidence and poise. This half-length portrait beautifully captures his presence and personality. Beyond its artistic significance, this painting holds historical importance as well. Nathaniel Olds was not only a distinguished individual but also played a role in shaping Cleveland's industrial landscape. As the founder of Western Union Telegraph Company, he became one of the city's wealthiest industrialists. The legacy surrounding this artwork extends beyond its subject matter. Jeptha Wade II, grandson of Nathaniel Olds and renowned philanthropist himself, contributed significantly to Cleveland's cultural development by founding the Cleveland Museum of Art. In fact, it was Wade who generously donated land for the museum as a Christmas gift to the city in 1892. This print serves as both a visual testament to history and an exquisite example of Jeptha Homer Wade's artistic brilliance.
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