The artwork, titled “Duck Island,” was created by Childe Hassam in 1906. This piece is an example of the Impressionism art movement and belongs to the marina genre.
“Duck Island” captures a tranquil maritime scene with its quintessentially Impressionistic style. The composition features large, weathered rocks dominating the foreground, rendered in a myriad of soft, pastel hues. The meticulously applied brushstrokes create a textured effect, bringing the rocks to life with a warm, sunlit glow. In the background, the vast expanse of the calm sea extends to the horizon, seamlessly blending into the serene sky above. The distant land forms, though faint and ethereal, provide a sense of depth and continuity to the overall composition. Hassam’s use of light and color in this work beautifully evokes the serene ambiance of a quiet coastal landscape.
