John Trumbull’s Declaration of Independence (1819) is a monumental achievement in historical painting, capturing the presentation of the draft to Congress in 1776. What makes this masterpiece extraordinary is not just its scale but the daunting task Trumbull undertook: accurately depicting 47 founding fathers, many of whom had died before he began. He traveled extensively to sketch surviving delegates or copy likenesses from other portraits. His vision was not mere documentation, but reverence—he sought to immortalize the American spirit and birth of a nation with dramatic lighting, poised composition, and solemn dignity. The centered figures, led by Jefferson, radiate calm resolve against a backdrop of tension, conveying the gravity of that pivotal moment. Trumbull’s blend of realism and idealism makes this painting not just a record of history, but a carefully crafted symbol of American identity.

This is an image of the famous artwork. We will hand paint a beautiful reproduction of this masterpiece in the size below. 

Size: 67 (h) x 100 cm (w)
          26 in (h) x 39 in (w)

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Material: Oil Paint on Canvas

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