Boys in a Dory
1873 Metropolitan Museum of Art
About this artwork
This watercolor depicts a group of young boys sitting in a dory boat, likely in Gloucester, Massachusetts. It is one of many watercolors Homer produced during his time in the coastal town, showcasing his mastery of the medium.
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Winslow Homer spent the summer of 1873 in Gloucester, Massachusetts, which proved to be a turning point in his artistic career. During this time, he began to move away from oil painting and focused heavily on watercolors, capturing the light and movement of the coastal environment with an immediacy that would define his later work. His ability to render the soft, hazy atmosphere of the harbor perfectly mirrored the quiet, contemplative nature of the boys' leisure time.
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Boys in a Dory
Winslow Homer, 1873
