Sun and Clouds
1882 Freer Gallery of Art
About this artwork
This watercolor depicts three women standing on a rocky shore, dressed in traditional Cullercoats fishing village attire, against a stormy coastal backdrop. It was created during Homer's pivotal residence in Cullercoats, England.
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During his stay in the English coastal village of Cullercoats in 1881-1882, Winslow Homer's work underwent a profound transformation. He became deeply captivated by the resilient fishing community, particularly the women who worked to support their families, marking a shift toward more serious, monumental figures in his art.
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Sun and Clouds
Winslow Homer, 1882
