[ReignOfError]

I used to dismiss Rockwell as sentimental and not "edgy" enough, until I saw this:

And his "Four Freedoms" series:

He was clearly a gifted artist, who most of the time turned his talents toward sentimental subjects. Whether that was his personal preference or a commercial decision, I cannot say. But even when his work is a bit to sweet for my taste, it's a genuine sweetness, not saccharine like Kincade.

[AnAmericanMother]

Here's another "edgy" Rockwell - from the same era:

[mthom]

I used to think about him the same way and it is true to a certain degree. But in this time in art when excellence is rejected in favor of exaltation of the worst in man kind Rockwell is something we should be thankful for.