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ART AND NATURE:
THE HUDSON RIVER SCHOOL PAINTINGS

January 15-August 14, 2011

The term “Hudson River School” is used to describe paintings made by two generations of artists beginning in 1825 with Thomas Cole and flourishing for about 50 years. These artists are best known for their large panoramic views of landscapes throughout North and South America, Europe, and the Middle East. Their subject matter ranges from the sublime views of the wilderness, to beautiful pastoral scenes influenced by man, to allegorical pictures with moral messages. The Albany Institute of History & Art has been collecting materials related to the Hudson River School artists for more than 150 years. The museum’s collection includes 60 paintings, sketchbooks, photographs, paint boxes, and manuscript materials related to all of the major artists associated with this movement, recognized as the first school of American painting. This exhibition includes 25 paintings and complements an additional 20 works in the adjacent Lansing Gallery.

Above: ca. Ruined Tower (Mediterranean Scene with Tower), Thomas Cole (1832-1836), oil on composition board, 26 ¾ " x 34", in original gilt frame, 36"x 43", signed, lower center, "T. Cole", Albany Institute of History & Art Purchase, [Ex-Coll. Mrs. Florence Cole Vincent, granddaughter of the artist], 1965.1

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