A Giant Wyeth Mural Comes Out of the Vault, Bearing Family Stories

N.C. Wyeth's monumental 1932 mural, "Apotheosis of the Family," has resurfaced after years in storage. The 9-by-15-foot painting, depicting a family gathering, has been meticulously restored and installed in a newly constructed round barn in Pennsylvania. The mural, created for the Wilmington Trust Company in Delaware, was originally displayed in the bank's main lobby. After the bank's closure in the 1990s, the artwork was placed in storage, where it remained for decades. The mural's rediscovery and restoration are a significant event, as it sheds light on the Wyeth family's legacy and their contributions to American art. The painting's intricate details and symbolic imagery offer a glimpse into the artist's vision and the family's personal stories. The new round barn, designed to showcase the mural, provides a fitting and visually stunning setting for this masterpiece. The artwork's reemergence is a testament to the enduring power of Wyeth's art and the importance of preserving cultural heritage.