The artwork titled “Cat Bates of Monhegan” is an oil painting on panel by the artist Jamie Wyeth, created in 1995. This piece falls within the Contemporary Realism movement and is classified as genre painting. The dimensions of the artwork are 91.4 by 121.9 cm.
The artwork depicts a young, shirtless boy standing barefoot on a rocky shore, holding a stick. He is surrounded by several seabirds, likely seagulls, and stands near an industrial stove or incinerator, with flames visible inside. The surrounding environment is depicted with rugged rocks and a body of water, suggesting a coastal setting. The use of vibrant colors, particularly the red-orange glow from the stove, contrasts with the more subdued tones of the natural landscape, creating an evocative and contemplative scene.
