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"Sketch for house in American Gothic"

Grant Wood (i) - 1930 - Regionalism (i)

Grant Wood, a prominent Regionalist artist from Iowa, is best known for his iconic painting American Gothic. However, the story of this masterpiece began with an earlier work: the Sketch for House in American Gothic.

The Origin of Sketch for House in American Gothic

In 1930, Wood created the sketch as a study for his famous painting. The inspiration came from what is now known as the American Gothic House, located in Eldon, Iowa. Wood was fascinated by this house's unique architectural style and decided to paint it along with "the kind of people I fancied should live in that house."

From Sketch to Icon: American Gothic

The Sketch for House in American Gothic laid the foundation for Wood's most celebrated work. In the final painting, he replaced the pitchfork with a more ominous tool, which led to various interpretations of the characters' relationship and personalities.

Grant Wood: The Artist Behind American Gothic

Wood was born in rural Iowa and spent most of his life there. His deep connection with the Midwest is evident in his art, which often depicts realistic scenes of rural America. Today, Wood's legacy lives on through his iconic painting American Gothic, as well as the house that inspired it, now a museum and visitor center.

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