Arts of the West 1932

"Arts of the West" is a 1932 painting by Thomas Hart Benton, a prominent American Regionalist artist known for his depictions of everyday life in the American heartland. The painting, a bustling scene of rural life, depicts a group of men engaged in various activities, from fiddling and playing cards to breaking horses and dancing. Benton's bold, graphic style and detailed figures capture the energy and vibrancy of rural America, emphasizing the importance of traditional values and community. The painting is housed in the New Britain Museum of American Art.