Mid Century American reproduction print “Tree-Planting Group” by Grant Wood

This mid century American reproduction print titled “Tree-Planting Group” is by Grant Wood.
In 1872, the state of Nebraska set aside one day a year for the planting of trees, and since then most of the states of the Union have followed suit. Thus, Arbor Day came into existence. Probably its very existence is unknown to many dwellers in large cities, but out in the Middle West, where agriculture is king, Arbor Day is an occasion of importance, marked by ceremonies of various sorts, especially in the farm belt.
Grant Wood caught the solemnity of this modern Ceralia in his Tree-Planting Group. The importance of forestation is inculcated in the schools of the Middle West through thousands of annual rites such as we see in this lithograph. The composition has humor, a rich appreciation of local types, and yet a sincere reverence and real understanding of the seriousness of the occasion. The schoolteacher, flanked by two small girls, advances with the sapling. Two of the older boys are busy preparing its bed, one of them wielding the spade. The careful haircuts of these solemn young chaps constitute a characteristic Grant Wood touch of observation.

Size: 12”W x 9”H

Condition: Vintage / Antique / Print in excellent condition with yellowing around the edges

Country of Origin: USA