The Life Line
1882–83
About this artwork
A study in charcoal depicting a rescue scene, likely a preliminary drawing for a more finished work or painting. It captures the dramatic moment of a person being hoisted to safety.
Did you know?
Winslow Homer became fascinated by the life-saving services in Atlantic City and on the coast of England in the 1880s. This study captures the high-stakes drama and heroism of rescue operations at sea, a recurring theme in his mature work that shifted from lighthearted scenes to the raw power of the ocean and human survival.
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The Life Line
Winslow Homer, 1882–83
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