Over the years
with Greenwich Workshop, William S. Phillips had painted numerous historical
themes, and in 1991, he approached Greenwich Workshop founder Dave Usher
with an idea for a series of paintings that would capture a nostalgic look
at the American home front during World War II. The change in mood and
direction of the war at home would be reflected in the paintings as the
series progressed. Dubbed The American Homefront Collection, If Only in My
Dreams was the first of these paintings, and is infused with the sombre
concern and patient longing for the return of the soldiers during the early
years of the war.
If Only in My Dreams was also the first painting depicting Phillips Bay, a
charming and archetypical American village created by the artist. “I am
thrilled to have the opportunity to present this favourite in canvas, which
most closely resembles my original painting,” says Phillips.
The American Homefront Series also includes The Dream Fulfilled, Where the
Love Light Shines (1945) and A Christmas Leave, When Dreams Come True, both
of which will soon appear as Greenwich Workshop Anniversary Editions, as
well as a new fourth painting which will complete the quartet.
Limited Edition Print
Image size: 34"w x 18"h
Edition Size:1750
Published from the artist's original work.
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