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The Spirit of New York
By
Thomas Kinkade
November 2006 Release
"On a recent trip to New York with my family, we got the chance to
boat on the East River, enjoying seldom-seen views of the city. As I savored
the sights, I began to sense the pulsing rhythm of this great metropolis. It
dawned on me: The Spirit of New York is a mix of courage, resolve, and an
indomitable sense of celebrating life in all its diversity. As I gazed up at
the mighty Brooklyn Bridge I realized that this vast panoramic view of the
city is alive with the energy and vitality that make New York unique in all
of the world. What image could better summarize The Spirit of New York in
all its radiant energy?
As I labored on the epic canvas (over six feet in length and three feet in
height), I came to see the many boats upon the East River as somehow
symbolic of the many facets of New York. The humble harbor tug flying Old
Glory — the hardest-working boat on the river — expresses New York’s
tremendous resolve in the face of challenges. Cargo ships remind us of the
economic power of this busy port, while a military vessel suggests the power
of heroism resident in the great city. In the distance, a vintage East River
ferry harkens back to New York’s colorful history and an array of pleasure
boats on the river confirm that the city still knows how to throw a party.
In the far distance, Lady Liberty still holds the torch of freedom high,
while clouds dance overhead like a legion of angels guarding the jewel
beneath."
- Thomas Kinkade
Available as: 12x24, 18x36 and 24x48
Thomas Kinkade's Video Commentary on The Spirit of New York (12 Megabyte
Quicktime File):
Interesting Facts:
1. The Spirit of New York is being released in an SN edition size of 1750 in
each size and in a monumental edition size of 75.
2. Notice the two people in the row boat? That's Thom and his bride of 25
years, Nanette!
3. In this painting Thom has incorporated his version of a patriotic marine
flag. Take a look, it is located on the left side of the painting, beneath
the American flag. Thom has also painted a total of five American flags in
The Spirit of New York. Can you find all of them?
4. You will find a total of seven Ns in The Spirit of New York, as a tribute
to Thom's never-ending love for his wife Nanette. Thom has also painted each
of his daughters names (Chandler, Merritt, Winsor, and Everett) as well as
Nanette's name, on the boats in the painting.
5. Thom has incorporated, "JMS 06" on the tug boat in The Spirit of New
York, in honor of several Thomas Kinkade Signature Gallery Dealers in the
New York area.
6. Thom has placed the date of his wedding anniversary to Nanette, 5/2/82 on
the helm of the tugboat: NK5282.
