The Painting of the Men

Henry Raschen 

Emma Lamp Frye 

1913

I shall create a painting for both of you,

My honorable sir and madam.

I truly appreciate the significant contributions you’ve made to our country.

Now, sir, would you mind standing by the table?

The one in front of the shelf,

Perhaps with several books adorning it for a more picturesque view.

…Exactly.

And you, madam, could you please stand beside that table beneath the painting?

A bit closer to the flowers would be splendid.

…Wonderful.