Looking Over the Cliff
1882
About this artwork
This watercolor painting depicts two figures standing atop a rocky ledge against a cloudy sky. It is signed and dated by the artist in the lower-left corner.
Did you know?
In 1881, Homer moved to the English coastal village of Cullercoats, where he observed the local fishermen and their families. This period marked a pivotal shift in his career, as he turned his attention toward the dramatic lives of coastal workers and their enduring relationship with the sea, moving away from his earlier, lighter pastoral themes.
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Looking Over the Cliff
Winslow Homer, 1882
