Chocorua's Curse
Chocorua's Curse
| Artist | Thomas Cole (English-born American, 1801 – 1848) |
| Date | 1826 |
| Medium or Technique | Engraving on wove paper |
| Dimensions | 2 3/4 x 4 inches |
| Collection | Syracuse University Art Galleries |
| Accession Number | SUAC 1989.034 |
| Credit Line | Syracuse University Art Collection, gift of Dr. David Tatham |
Description
Chocorua’s Curse (1826) by Thomas Cole is an engraving that depicts the tense moment right before an indigenous man (Chocorua) is killed by a white settler in a dramatic cycle of revenge. The scene takes place in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The composition is characterized by the anticipation of violence and is testament to Cole’s deft handling of Chocorua’s tragic ending in a serene landscape.