Framed Leaving Home by William Gilbert Gaul

Product Overview:

• Proudly handmade in the USA
• Wood frame with mat, glass front, paper duster backing with wire hanger
• Museum quality Giclee digital print using archival paper and inks
• Standard size frame measures approx. 24" wide x 19" tall
• Poster size frame measures approx. 36" wide x 29" tall

Frame Details:

We currently offer two lines of frames:

• Solid Wood Frames: Country Black Frame (main photo) or Grey Barnwood.
• Eco-Friendly BonanzaWood® Frames: Pitch Black, White American Barn, or Montauk Boardwalk. These eco-friendly frames provide the finish, look, and longevity of solid wood, yet are constructed of millions of tons of residual wood which is collected, cleaned and milled to uniform-size particles and formed to shape under intense heat and pressure.

Product Details:

"Leaving Home" by William Gilbert Gaul is a deeply emotional depiction of a young Confederate soldier saying farewell to his family before departing for war. The scene unfolds in a parlor filled with family members and servants, all marked by varying expressions of sorrow, pride, and concern. The central focus is the firm handshake between the soldier and his father symbolizing a solemn rite of passage. A grieving mother bends toward her son’s dog, perhaps unable to face the goodbye directly. The open door behind the soldier reveals waiting horses and a young boy holding the reins, emphasizing the immediacy of departure. Gaul’s detailed, naturalistic style and rich symbolism—such as the musket above the mantle and family portraits—convey the heavy emotional toll of war on the home front, capturing a moment both personal and profoundly historical.