The artwork titled “Island Steer,” created by Jamie Wyeth in 1976, belongs to the Contemporary Realism art movement. The genre of this piece is landscape.
In the artwork, a steer stands in the foreground with an inquisitive gaze, its distinctive markings captured in detailed realism. Behind the steer looms a sturdy lighthouse, its structure bathed in the light, evoking a sense of vigilance and continuity. The lighthouse, with its circular top and guarded parapet, stands adjacent to a modest, light-hued building which its simplicity contrasts with the commanding presence of the taller structure. The muted tones and careful composition create a tranquil yet evocative scene, emblematic of Wyeth’s mastery in portraying the interaction between man-made structures and nature.
