Wolfe's Cove, Quebec
1895 Bowdoin College Museum of Art
About this artwork
This monochromatic work depicts a shoreline scene with colonial-style houses nestled beneath a dramatic, steep cliffside. It is executed in ink and wash on paper, characteristic of Homer's mastery of tonal values.
Did you know?
Winslow Homer traveled to Quebec in 1895 to pursue his passion for salmon fishing and to capture the rugged landscape of the region. During this trip, he produced a series of impressive watercolor and ink studies that highlighted his ability to manipulate light and shadow in challenging outdoor environments. His work from this period is celebrated for its direct, observational quality, far removed from the more staged art of his urban contemporaries.
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Wolfe's Cove, Quebec
Winslow Homer, 1895
