“Merry Go Round” is an oil painting on canvas by Maurice Prendergast, created circa 1910-1913. The artwork, belonging to the Post-Impressionism art movement, measures 38.1 x 50.8 cm and is classified as a genre painting. It is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a lively scene of a carousel set against a backdrop of a waterfront and buildings. The carousel horses are adorned with riders, and various figures, including children and women in vibrant clothing, animate the foreground. The brush strokes are energetic and the colors are vivid, characteristic of Post-Impressionism, conveying a sense of motion and joy. The composition captures a moment of leisure and community, reflecting the social activities of the early 20th century.
