The Olsen House and Christina's World

From: jessica lockhart
Length: 04:23

The Olson House in Cushing Maine is the farmhouse depicted in Andrew Wyeth's Christina's World. The painting has become an icon in American art. Thousands make a pilgrimages to this remote location to see the original house and inspiration for Wyeth's work. Now declared a National Landmark, the home is part of the Farnsworth museum and tours are offered to the public. Jessica Lockhart reports. Read the full description.

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Playing: The Olsen House and Christina's World
From: jessica lockhart

Olson_house_june_2011_small The Olson House in Cushing Maine is the farmhouse depicted in Andrew Wyeth's Christina's World. The painting has become an icon in American art. Thousands make a pilgrimages to this remote location to see the original house and inspiration for Wyeth's work. Now declared a National Landmark, the home is part of the Farnsworth museum and tours are offered to the public. Jessica Lockhart reports.

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