Winter Scene in Philadelphia—The Bank of the United States in the Background 1811 - 1816

John Lewis Krimmel's "Winter Scene in Philadelphia—The Bank of the United States in the Background" (1811–16) depicts a bustling winter scene in Philadelphia. The artist, known for his genre paintings, captures the lively atmosphere of the city with a horse-drawn sleigh filled with passengers, while pedestrians, including children playing in the snow, add to the scene. The impressive Bank of the United States building, a symbol of American financial power, provides a grand backdrop to this intimate glimpse of everyday life in early 19th-century Philadelphia. The watercolor and gouache painting highlights the city's architecture and its social interactions, offering a window into the past.