wo Iowans (1930) NYT Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from June 23, 2024

wo Iowans (1930) NYT Crossword Clue Answer

Let’s find the answers to wo Iowans (1930) NYT for the June 23, 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 14 letters. Start with A and end with C, and the possible solutions are ANTAPHRODISIAC, AESTHESIOGENIC, AMERICANGOTHIC.

The answer is AMERICANGOTHIC.

The clue "Two Iowans (1930) AMERICANGOTHIC" refers to the famous painting "American Gothic" by Grant Wood, created in 1930. This iconic artwork depicts a stern-looking farmer and a woman standing in front of a farmhouse with a distinctive Gothic window. The painting is set in the rural Midwest, and the subjects are often believed to be a farmer and his daughter, although Wood used his sister and his dentist as models.

The title "American Gothic" reflects both the architectural style of the house and the solemn, resilient spirit of rural American life during the Great Depression. The clue points to the painting's setting and characters, emphasizing their connection to Iowa, where Wood was born and where the farmhouse that inspired the painting is located.

The piece has become a symbol of Americana, capturing the essence of a bygone era with its detailed portrayal of two stoic Iowans.

This clue last seen in NYT Crossword Puzzle on June 23, 2024. You can also get all other NYT's Crossword clues hints and answers here.