The Seceding South Carolina Delegation 1860

This illustration, "The Seceding South Carolina Delegation," was created by Winslow Homer in 1860. The artwork features portraits of the eight delegates who represented South Carolina in the United States Congress. It is a powerful illustration of the political climate of the time, as the delegates were all proponents of secession. Homer's skill as a draftsman is evident in this work, as he captures the faces and expressions of the delegates with great detail, which gives us an insight into the personalities of these powerful figures. "The Seceding South Carolina Delegation" is a significant artwork that reflects the political upheaval of the 1860s.