Storm, Bahamas
1885 Yale University Art Gallery
About this artwork
This watercolor depicts a tropical scene during a storm, with palm trees buffeted by strong winds against a dark, dramatic sky. It reflects Homer's mastery of the medium and his interest in capturing the raw power of nature during his trips to the Caribbean.
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Winslow Homer traveled to the Bahamas in the mid-1880s, a journey that profoundly influenced his artistic output and led to some of his most celebrated watercolors. Unlike his earlier, more structured illustrations, these works showcase a newfound fluidity and atmospheric intensity. This specific piece captures the tension of an impending Caribbean squall with remarkable economy of brushwork.
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Storm, Bahamas
Winslow Homer, 1885
