A Funeral Oration, Occasioned By The Death Of Thomas Cole

""A Funeral Oration, Occasioned By The Death Of Thomas Cole: Delivered Before The National Academy Of Design"" is a book written by William Cullen Bryant that was published in 1848. The book is a eulogy given by Bryant at the funeral of Thomas Cole, a prominent American landscape painter. Cole was a founding member of the National Academy of Design, and his death was a significant loss to the artistic community.In the book, Bryant reflects on Cole's life and work, highlighting his contributions to American art and his impact on the landscape painting genre. Bryant also discusses the importance of art in society and the role that artists play in shaping culture.The book provides a glimpse into the artistic and cultural landscape of mid-19th century America, and offers insights into the life and work of one of its most influential artists. It is a tribute to the legacy of Thomas Cole, and a reminder of the enduring power of art to inspire, educate, and enrich our lives.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.