Berks County Almshouse
1878 National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.
About this artwork
This oil painting depicts the complex of the Berks County Almshouse, capturing its architectural layout and the surrounding rural landscape in precise, flattened detail.
Did you know?
Charles C. Hofmann, an immigrant from Germany, became well-known for his detailed paintings of Pennsylvania institutions, including several depictions of this specific almshouse. His work is celebrated as a quintessential example of American folk art, characterized by a meticulous documentation of everyday life and local architecture. The ornate, ribbon-like oval border is a distinctive hallmark of his artistic style.
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Berks County Almshouse
Charles Hofmann, 1878
