The Sources of Country Music 1975

"The Sources of Country Music" is a 1975 painting by American Regionalist artist Thomas Hart Benton. The painting depicts a lively scene of people enjoying music and dancing. In the foreground, a fiddler and guitar player are joined by a couple dancing on a porch. Benton's signature style is evident in the bold, colorful figures and the simplified landscapes. This depiction of American rural life reflects Benton's fascination with the cultural traditions of his homeland.