Tradition

Kenyon Cox’s 1916 painting “Tradition” shows a serene scene with classical elements. The work is oil on canvas. It is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art collection.

The painting measures 28 by 42 inches. It reflects Cox’s interest in classical themes and ideals, often seen in his other works.

Kenyon Cox was an early instructor at the Art Students League of New York. He designed its logo with the motto “No Day Without a Line.”

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, Ohio, https://clevelandart.org/art/1917.9