On a Lee Shore (1900) by Winslow Homer

On a Lee Shore - Winslow Homer - 1900

Artwork Information

TitleOn a Lee Shore
ArtistWinslow Homer
Date1900
MediumOil on Canvas
Dimensions39 x 39 in
Current LocationRhode Island School of Design, Providence

About On a Lee Shore

Winslow Homer’s oil on canvas painting, “On a Lee Shore,” is a masterpiece of American Realist art that depicts the power and danger of the sea. The artwork was painted in 1900 and showcases his mastery of light, color, and composition.

The painting’s title refers to the winds that blow towards the coastline, making it difficult for boats to navigate safely. Homer expertly captures this sense of danger by showing waves crashing against rocks in the foreground while a lone boat struggles against the current in the background. The use of cool colors like blues and greens adds to the overall feeling of harshness and desolation.

Homer is widely regarded as one of America’s greatest painters, having contributed greatly to art during his lifetime with his realistic depictions of everyday life. His works often showcase nature’s beauty but also its power over humankind. “On a Lee Shore” is no exception – it reminds us that nature should be respected as we are unable to control everything around us.

Today, “On a Lee Shore” can be found at the Rhode Island School of Design Museum in Providence, Rhode Island where it continues to inspire art lovers with its stunning portrayal of nature’s forces.

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