Kingdom of Ends 2009

"Kingdom of Ends" (2009) by Bo Bartlett is a realist oil painting portraying an older man and a young boy standing before a giant globe. The man, who holds a cane, and the boy both gaze forward at the globe, which dominates the canvas. The work is characteristic of Bartlett's artistic style, often exploring themes of family, childhood, and human connection. The image evokes a sense of both hope and uncertainty about the future, perhaps questioning the legacy that will be passed down to the next generation.