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The Struggle for Freedom: Artistic Reflection on Slavery and Emancipation

This analysis explores two significant works related to the themes of slavery and emancipation: "The Kneeling Slave," an 18th-century oil painting depicting a shackle-bound man in a tropical setting, embodying the plea for equality and humanity, and "The Emancipation Proclamation," a pivotal legal document by Abraham Lincoln from 1863, declaring the freedom of enslaved individuals. Together, these pieces illustrate the power of art and legislation in advocating for human rights and equality, reflecting the struggles and aspirations for freedom.

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The Struggle for Freedom: Artistic Reflection on Slavery and Emancipation

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  1. Artistic Medium Analysis Slavery and Emancipation

  2. Title: “The Kneeling Slave”Artist: UnknownYear:18th CenturyMedium: Oil on canvas

  3. Key images:--shackled man--little clothing--tropical location?--palm trees--”Am I Not a Man and a Brother” --light from sky shining on his face?--mountains or water in background--praying?

  4. Attitude toward subject matter:--men/brothers should be equal--some are at the mercy of others

  5. What is missing?--Who is enslaving the man?--The man’s words/ideas

  6. Title: The Emancipation ProclamationAuthor: Abraham LincolnYear:1863Medium: Legal Document

  7. Key images:--”forever free”--”maintain the freedom of such persons”--”I invoke the considerate judgment of mankind and the gracious favor of Almighty Lord.”

  8. Attitude toward subject matter:--federal government has authority to secure freedom for all--all people are protected as free people

  9. What is missing?--Who will ensure the freedom of all?--What is the penalty for not allowing others freedom that has been legally granted?

  10. Conclusions: Artwork was a powerful medium to send the message about the importance of equality.Executive orders can be an important tool in human/civil rights.

  11. Slavery was a contentious issue. Artwork was a powerful medium in illustrating the struggle for freedom. Executive order was needed to ensure freedom for all. Legal documents can help us learn about the struggles of a time period.

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