Northeaster
1898 Metropolitan Museum of Art
About this artwork
This powerful marine painting depicts the raw energy of a storm crashing against the rocky coast of Maine. It is one of Homer's most celebrated late works, captured with bold, expressive brushwork.
Did you know?
Winslow Homer spent his later years in Prout's Neck, Maine, where he became obsessed with the raw power of the Atlantic Ocean. He actually revised 'Northeaster' after seeing it displayed at an exhibition, adding more foam to the cresting wave to heighten the sense of violent impact. It serves as a testament to his ability to capture the terrifying beauty of nature in its most unrestrained state.
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Northeaster
Winslow Homer, 1898
