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Albert Bettannier
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Cousin Reginald Spells Peloponnesus (Spelling Bee)
Norman Rockwell
1918 · Medium Not Listed
A charming and humorous scene by Norman Rockwell depicting three distinct personalities during a school spelling bee.
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Where it works
A balanced work with lively energy with softened warm notes — asks little of the space around it.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Works well as a contained focal point
- Walls
- Holds both light walls and moodier rooms
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft white, Rich brown
About the piece
This 1918 painting by Norman Rockwell captures the tension and humor of a childhood spelling bee. On the left, a polished boy smiles with confidence, while the central figure in a vibrant red cardigan appears frustrated by his mistake, and the girl on the right looks on with amusement. Rockwell's masterful technique and keen eye for human expression make this a timeless piece of classic Americana.
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