The early period, colonial era, early years of independence. An almost idyllic sunny afternoon in a masterpiece by Edward Lemson. He is considered one of the finest historical artists. The great attention to detail manages to immerse you in another time. It causes you an invisible accomplice to the action of the painting. At the beginning of the nineteenth century, the United States asserted its right to political leadership in this part of the planet. It became the largest country in the western hemisphere. These lands beckoned settlers from Europe with inhuman strength. Free lands, a mild climate, fertile lands, plenty of forests and minerals-isn't this paradise? Many things will happen in the future, but that's all later. For now, everything here in the picture is alive. The horse, people, and a riot of greenery around. And you, as if a random passer-by right now, are crossing to the other side of the street