Norman Rockwell (1894-1978) American, Lithograph "Blacksmith's Shop". Blacksmith’s Boy—Heel and Toe (Shaftsbury Blacksmith Shop) depicts a lively moment inside a rural Vermont smithy, capturing both the physical vigor of the blacksmiths at work and the sense of small-town community that defined much of Rockwell’s art. The image centers on the rhythmic coordination of two smiths hammering in unison, while a young boy watches with a mixture of awe and excitement—an embodiment of Rockwell’s fascination with everyday American life and the quiet heroism of ordinary labor. Rendered with his characteristic realism and narrative clarity, the scene celebrates craftsmanship, tradition, and the transmission of skill from one generation to the next, transforming a simple workshop moment into a warm, engaging story.

Overall Size: 15 3/4 x 32 in. 

Sight Size: 8 x 24 in. 

Norman Rockwell (1894–1978) was an iconic American painter and illustrator best known for his warm, narrative-driven depictions of everyday life, many of which appeared on the covers of The Saturday Evening Post over nearly five decades. Trained at the Art Students League in New York, he developed a highly detailed, realist style that blended gentle humor, idealism, and acute observation of human character. Rockwell’s later work, including powerful civil rights–themed paintings such as The Problem We All Live With, demonstrated his shift toward more socially conscious subjects while maintaining his signature clarity and emotional resonance. His images have become deeply woven into American cultural memory, celebrated for their storytelling, technical skill, and insight into both ordinary moments and national ideals.

Signed in plate. Framed.

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