Mort Künstler – “Wayside” Custom Framed Print 15” x 18”
Mort Künstler – Wayside Farewell Custom Framed Print 15" x 18"
Item Description
Offered here is a beautifully custom-framed open edition print titled Wayside Farewell by renowned historical artist Mort Künstler. This deeply moving scene captures a quiet, intimate moment as a soldier says goodbye to his loved one before heading off to war.
Set against a snow-covered street illuminated by soft lamplight, Künstler masterfully contrasts the stillness of the moment with the looming reality of conflict. The emotion between the couple in the foreground, paired with troops assembling in the distance, creates a powerful narrative of love, sacrifice, and uncertainty.
Product Details
- Artist: Mort Künstler
- Title: Wayside Farewell
- Edition: Open Edition Print
- Image Size: 9" x 12"
- Overall Framed Size: 15" x 18"
Museum Quality Custom Framing
- Custom framed in a 1" cherry wood frame
- Elegant double matting:
- Navy blue suede outer mat
- Burgundy inner mat
- 100% acid-free matting to museum standards
- Protected with conservation clear glass (99% UV protection)
- Dust-covered backing for long-term preservation
- Professionally wired and ready to hang
✔ Museum-quality presentation
✔ Ready for immediate display
About Mort Künstler
Mort Künstler is widely regarded as America’s premier historical artist, celebrated for his Civil War paintings and ability to bring history to life through powerful storytelling.
After an already accomplished career illustrating American history, Künstler focused on Civil War subjects in the 1980s and became the most collected artist in the genre.
- “The foremost Civil War artist of our time—if not of all time.” – Dr. James I. Robertson Jr.
- “None captures the human element… quite like Mort Künstler.” – James McPherson
Why This Piece Stands Out
- Powerful farewell and romance narrative
- Beautiful winter setting with soft evening light
- Strong emotional connection--love, sacrifice, uncertainty
- Appeals beyond history collectors to gift buyers and decorators
- One of Künstler’s more intimate, human-centered compositions
Shipping & Handling
- Professionally packed for safe delivery
- Ships ready to hang right out of the box
Final Thoughts
Wayside Farewell is a poignant and emotionally resonant work, capturing a universal moment of love and separation set against the backdrop of war. With museum-quality framing and timeless storytelling, this piece is perfect for both collectors and meaningful display.