Poppies, Isles of Shoals 02 (1891) by Childe Hassam

Poppies, Isles of Shoals 02 - Childe Hassam - 1891

Artwork Information

TitlePoppies, Isles of Shoals 02
ArtistChilde Hassam
Date1891
Art MovementImpressionism

About Poppies, Isles of Shoals 02

The artwork, “Poppies, Isles of Shoals 02,” was painted by Childe Hassam in 1891. It belongs to the Impressionism art movement and falls within the landscape genre. This painting beautifully captures the vivacity and ephemeral nature of a blooming scene of poppies by the seaside.

In the artwork, vibrant poppies in hues of red, pink, yellow, and orange dominate the foreground, swaying gently against a breezy backdrop of the sea. The artist employs a soft, luminous palette to render the delicate petals and lush green foliage, invoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. The sea in the background is painted in deep shades of blue, enhancing the contrast with the brightly-colored flowers. The loose brushwork characteristic of the Impressionist style imbues the piece with a sense of movement and fleeting beauty, showcasing Hassam’s adeptness at capturing light and atmosphere.

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