Rowing Home
1890 The Phillips Collection
About this artwork
This work is a watercolor painting depicting a small boat with three figures moving across calm water under a setting sun. It is part of the collection at The Phillips Collection.
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Winslow Homer, one of the most prominent American painters of the 19th century, was known for his mastery of watercolor, a medium he used to capture the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere. His later works, often focused on maritime life, demonstrate a deep understanding of the sea's power and the quiet, daily existence of those who lived by it. This specific piece captures a serene, fleeting moment of transition as the day fades into night.
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Rowing Home
Winslow Homer, 1890
